AerCap Holdings N.V. has signed purchase and lease-back agreements with Virgin Atlantic covering six new Airbus A330-900 aircraft from the airline’s existing order book. Deliveries are scheduled to commence in the second quarter of 2026 and continue through to the fourth quarter of 2027.
“We are delighted to deepen our long-standing partnership with Virgin Atlantic – one of the world’s most innovative airlines – through this important transaction,” said Peter Anderson, Chief Commercial Officer of AerCap. “The A330neo is one of the most sought-after aircraft globally, combining advanced technology with exceptional efficiency. These aircraft will play a key role in Virgin Atlantic’s wide-body fleet renewal, supporting its commitment to sustainability by lowering emissions and enhancing operational performance.”
Ansar Hussain, Chief Financial Officer of Virgin Atlantic, commented: “We have invested billions to fly the youngest, most efficient fleet across the Atlantic. The A330neo aircraft entering our fleet this year will debut larger Premium and Upper cabins, as well as more Retreat Suites – our most spacious suite yet. We’re grateful for our enduring partnership with AerCap, which allows us to offer our customers the very best of the iconic Virgin Atlantic experience in the sky.”
