Avianca selects Honeywell avionics and APUs for A320neo fleet

Avianca, Colombia’s largest airline, has selected Honeywell to provide avionics technologies and mechanical systems for its new Airbus A320neo fleet. This decision is expected to improve operational efficiency and enhance pilot situational awareness, supporting Honeywell’s focus on the future of aviation.

Furthermore, Honeywell will supply 131-9A auxiliary power units (APUs) for Avianca’s 138 new aircraft. These systems provide electrical power while the aircraft is on the ground, ensuring passenger comfort and operational readiness. Honeywell highlighted that the integration of its technologies would help Avianca achieve greater efficiency and equip its pilots with intuitive cockpit tools to improve flight operations.

Avianca noted that the partnership with Honeywell represents a significant step forward in enhancing the safety and efficiency of its operations. The airline expressed confidence that Honeywell’s systems would provide its fleet with reliable and innovative solutions to improve overall performance and the experience of both crew and passengers.

Among the technologies Avianca is adopting are the Honeywell Pegasus II Flight Management System, which streamlines navigation and flight planning; the IntuVue RDR-4000 3D Weather Radar System, offering detailed weather monitoring and enabling efficient rerouting; and the SmartTraffic Collision Avoidance System, which enhances safety in high-density airspace. Additional systems include an Integrated Multi-Mode Receiver for precise navigation and the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System, designed to mitigate collision risks with terrain.

The collaboration positions Avianca’s fleet to benefit from state-of-the-art solutions aimed at efficiency, safety, and passenger satisfaction. Honeywell reiterated its commitment to providing technologies that drive operational excellence and align with the evolving demands of modern aviation.