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Air Cairo Takes Delivery of A320neo with LEAP-1A26 Engines

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Air Cairo, the Egyptian low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, identified by serial 12273. The aircraft is powered by advanced LEAP-1A26 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact. This addition to Air Cairo’s fleet supports the airline’s growth strategy and commitment to modernizing its operations with next-generation…

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IndiGo to Launch Bangalore-Langkawi Route with A320neo in December

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IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has announced a new international route connecting Bangalore to Langkawi, scheduled to commence on December 16, 2024. This service will be operated using IndiGo’s A320neo aircraft, known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, ideal for medium-haul international routes. The addition of this route provides Indian travelers with direct access to Langkawi, a popular destination in Malaysia, known…

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Royal Jordanian to Begin A320neo Deliveries in January 2025, Phasing Out Older A320s

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Royal Jordanian has announced it will begin taking delivery of its new A320neo fleet starting January 2025. The airline has committed to introducing 16 A320neo aircraft to its operations, with these additions set to gradually replace 13 older A320 models as part of a modernization strategy. This transition supports Royal Jordanian’s goals for operational efficiency and sustainability by incorporating fuel-efficient A320neo jets into…

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Lufthansa Completes $400M Sale-Leaseback for Eurowings A321neo and A320neo Fleet

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Lufthansa has entered into a $400 million sale-leaseback agreement with an undisclosed lessor, covering three Airbus A321neo and five A320neo aircraft currently operated by Eurowings, its subsidiary in Germany. This strategic move provides Lufthansa with increased flexibility and liquidity while retaining operational control of these modern, fuel-efficient aircraft within the Eurowings fleet.

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ALM Arranges Final Delivery of A320neo to Turkish Airlines

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ALM, a UK-based leasing company, has arranged the lease of an A320neo, with serial number 8168, to Turkish Airlines. This delivery represents the second and final of two GTF-powered A320neo units leased by ALM to Turkish Airlines, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to expanding its fleet with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. The addition of this A320neo enhances Turkish Airlines’ operational capabilities, offering improved fuel…

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Airbus Reports October 2024 Order Book Updates with New A320neo and A321neo Orders

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Airbus has updated its order book for October 2024, reflecting several new orders within its A320neo family. The changes include an order for one A321neo from American Airlines and two separate orders for five and ten A320neosfrom undisclosed customers. Additionally, a private customer placed an order for one A320neo. These orders continue to reinforce the popularity of Airbus’s A320neo family, known for its fuel efficiency and suitability for various…

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Albatechnics Gains Approval for A320 Base Maintenance in Italy

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Albatechnics, an Italian aircraft maintenance provider, has received official approval to perform base maintenance on both the A320ceo and A320neo models. This certification allows Albatechnics to expand its service offerings, providing crucial maintenance capabilities for one of the world’s most widely used aircraft families. The approval marks a significant milestone for Albatechnics, enhancing its position within the European aviation maintenance market…

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Lufthansa Plans More Sale/Leaseback Deals to Raise Liquidity by 2024 End

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Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship airline, is intensifying its efforts to raise liquidity by the end of 2024 through the sale/leaseback (SLB) of an additional nine A320neo and A321neo aircraft. This financial strategy allows Lufthansa to free up cash while retaining operational use of these aircraft, supporting the airline’s liquidity needs amidst ongoing market pressures. Lufthansa has previously employed this approach, raising $247 million during…

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Avianca Receives New A320neo with LEAP-1A26 Engines

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Avianca, Colombia’s flagship airline, recently expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new A320neo. The aircraft, bearing serial number 12289 and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, marks another step in Avianca’s ongoing modernization efforts aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.