GECAS delivers first new leased A320neo with CFM International LEAP-1A Engines in the Americas to Avianca Brasil

GE Capital Aviation Services Limited (GECAS) has delivered a new, leased Airbus A320neo to Avianca Brasil to expand and modernize the carrier’s fleet. The aircraft is the first in the Americas powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines. CFM International is a joint venture between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines. The Airbus A320neo aircraft is one of eight scheduled for delivery to Avianca Brasil in 2016 and 2017. All eight are part of GECAS’ existing order book with Airbus.