TransAsia Airways orders six A321neo aircraft

TransAsia Airways of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for six A321neo aircraft. The new aircraft will enable the airline to respond to strong growth on regional services, especially on direct routes between Taiwan and mainland China. TransAsia will announce an engine selection for the new aircraft in the near future. TransAsia Airways currently operates five A321s and two A320s on domestic and regional services. In addition to the order announced on June 21st, the airline already has six sharklet-fitted A321s on order for future delivery.