AerCap Holdings (AerCap) has placed a firm order with Airbus for 23 A320neo and 77 A321neo aircraft. The agreement reflects AerCap’s strategy of investing in the world’s most in-demand, fuel-efficient technology to meet the long-term needs of its global airline customer base.
“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,” commented Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap. “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 modernization well into the next decade.”
“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,” added Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. “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, with over 19,000 orders worldwide. The family includes its largest variant, the A321neo, which offers outstanding range and performance. It delivers at least 20% fuel savings and CO₂ reductions compared with previous-generation single-aisle aircraft, while maximising passenger comfort through one of the widest cabins in its class.
Like all Airbus aircraft, the A320 Family can operate on up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with Airbus aiming for 100% SAF capability by 2030.
