Tue, Dec 06, 2011
First Customer In Russia And CIS For The Updated Airplane
Transaero Airlines, Russia’s second largest carrier, has
signed a firm order for eight A320neo aircraft following a
Memorandum of Understanding signed in August at the International
Aviation and Space Salon MAKS-2011 in Moscow. The A320neo is an
efficiency improvement package Airbus says offers up to 15 percent
fuel savings on the A320 Family.
Airbus Image
Transaero Airlines is planning to operate the aircraft on its
extended medium-haul network of domestic and international routes
as part of its expansion strategy and fleet renewal programme. The
engine selection will be announced by the airline at a later
date.
Olga Pleshakova, Transaero Airlines CEO, said, “This order
for the A320neo confirms Transaero’s ambition to become the
first operator of this aircraft type in Russia, the CIS and Eastern
Europe. These newest aircraft will enable us to offer maximum
comfort to our passengers, while their high fuel efficiency will
help us make air transportation affordable for wider audience.
“
“Transaero is an exceptionally forward looking and
pioneering airline in Russia and we are delighted to play such a
significant role in the company’s future strategy.”
said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
“In a fiercely competitive market this is a great endorsement
for our eco-efficient, passenger pleasing A320neo
aircraft.”
Over 8,100 A320 Family aircraft have already been ordered and
more than 4,800 delivered to more than 340 customers and operators
worldwide. The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family
entering into service beginning in 2015.
More News
Takeoff Roll The process whereby an aircraft is aligned with the runway centerline and the aircraft is moving with the intent to take off. For helicopters, this pertains to the act>[...]
“We’re proud of the hard work that went into receiving this validation, and it will be a welcome relief to our customers in the European Union. We couldn’t be mor>[...]
"Aircraft Spruce is pleased to announce the acquisition of the parts distribution operations of Wag-Aero. Wag-Aero was founded in the 1960’s by Dick and Bobbie Wagner in the >[...]
IDENT Feature The special feature in the Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System (ATCRBS) equipment. It is used to immediately distinguish one displayed beacon target from other be>[...]
Aero Linx: Pararescue Air Force Pararescuemen, also known as PJs, are the only DoD elite combat forces specifically organized, trained, equipped, and postured to conduct full spect>[...]