AerCap Holdings N.V. has signed a firm order with Airbus for 23 A320neo and 77 A321neo aircraft.
This transaction underscores AirCap’s strategy of investing in the world’s most in-demand, fuel-efficient technology to meet the long-term requirements of its global airline customer base.
Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap, said: “This order for 100 A320neo Family aircraft reflects our strong belief in the long-term demand for these highly efficient aircraft and will help meet the continued demand we see from our customers for both growth and replacement needs.
“As the world’s largest owner of commercial aircraft, our strategy is clear: we invest in the assets that provide our airline customers with the best economics and the lowest emissions.
“This landmark transaction ensures that AerCap will continue to lead the industry in fleet modernisation well into the next decade.”
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business, said: “This order is the largest single direct order for the type ever placed by AerCap with Airbus, and is a powerful endorsement of the A320neo Family’s enduring value and market-leading performance.
“We are extremely grateful and proud to support AerCap’s vision in accelerating the global transition towards newer, modern aircraft and more efficient operations.”
The A320 Family is the world’s most popular single-aisle aircraft, having won more than 19,000 orders globally.
