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IndiGo commits to 180 A320s, largest jet order in aviation history

Becomes a launch customer for the A320neo

11 January 2011
Press Release

India's largest low-cost carrier, IndiGo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for 180 eco-efficient Airbus A320 aircraft of which 150 will be A320neo’s and 30 will be A320s. It is the largest single firm order number for large jets in commercial aviation history, and also makes IndiGo a launch customer for the A320neo. Engine selection will be announced by the airline at a later date.



The A320neo, available from 2016, incorporates new more efficient engines and large wing tip devices called Sharklets delivering significant fuel savings of up to 15 percent, which represents up to 3,600 tonnes of CO2 annually per aircraft. In addition, the A320neo provides a double-digit reduction in NOx emissions and reduced engine noise.

“This order for industry leading fuel efficient aircraft will allow IndiGo to continue to offer low fares,” said Rakesh Gangwal and Rahul Bhatia, co-founders of IndiGo. “Ordering more A320s was the natural choice to meet India’s growing flying needs. The opportunity to reduce costs and to further improve our environmental performance through the A320neo were key to our decision.”

“The A320 Family is the recognised market leader. The A320neo, offering maximum benefit for minimum change, will ensure that this continues to be the case for many years to come,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers. “This order positions IndiGo to take full advantage of the predicted growth in Indian air travel and we are delighted that they continue to build their future with Airbus.”

The A320 Family (A318, A319, A320 and A321) is recognised as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Some 6,800 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been ordered and some 4,500 delivered to more than 310 customers and operators worldwide, making it the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. With 99.7% reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. The A320neo will have over 95% airframe commonality with the A320 Family whilst offering up to 500nm (950 km) more range or two tonnes more payload.

[JF97]

not a fan of a320 family... its like a family of fish!

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IndiGo commits to 180 A320s, largest jet order in aviation history
Press Release
11 January 2011

India's largest low-cost carrier, IndiGo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for 180 eco-efficient Airbus A320 aircraft of which 150 will be A320neo’s and 30 will be A320s. It is the largest single firm order number for large jets in commercial aviation history, and also makes IndiGo a launch customer for the A320neo. Engine selection will be announced by the airline at a later date.

The A320neo, available from 2016, incorporates new more efficient engines and large wing tip devices called Sharklets delivering significant fuel savings of up to 15 percent, which represents up to 3,600 tonnes of CO2 annually per aircraft. In addition, the A320neo provides a double-digit reduction in NOx emissions and reduced engine noise.

“This order for industry leading fuel efficient aircraft will allow IndiGo to continue to offer low fares,” said Rakesh Gangwal and Rahul Bhatia, co-founders of IndiGo. “Ordering more A320s was the natural choice to meet India’s growing flying needs. The opportunity to reduce costs and to further improve our environmental performance through the A320neo were key to our decision.”

“The A320 Family is the recognised market leader. The A320neo, offering maximum benefit for minimum change, will ensure that this continues to be the case for many years to come,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers. “This order positions IndiGo to take full advantage of the predicted growth in Indian air travel and we are delighted that they continue to build their future with Airbus.”

The A320 Family (A318, A319, A320 and A321) is recognised as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Some 6,800 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been ordered and some 4,500 delivered to more than 310 customers and operators worldwide, making it the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. With 99.7% reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. The A320neo will have over 95% airframe commonality with the A320 Family whilst offering up to 500nm (950 km) more range or two tonnes more payload.

[KingNick]

Wow, that is one massive order. Should give Airbus some time to breath till the A380 reaches its break-even point.

[JF97]

poor airbus...a320 family, a350 and a380!!!

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I still don´t get the joke!
Is this somehow related to the Spanish language?

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Air India To Refinance Loans Worth INR55B, Lease More Planes
20 January 2011

MUMBAI (Dow Jones)--India's national carrier Air India Ltd.'s board has asked ICICI Bank Ltd. (532174.BY) to refinance loans worth INR55 billion that the airline took out to buy 21 Airbus A320 planes, the company's board said after meeting late Wednesday.

The state-run airline also approved delivery financing of three Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft and one General Electric GE-90 engine worth $475 million. It has mandated Citigroup Inc. (C) to finance 85% of the loan while the remaining 15% will be arranged from Standard Chartered Bank, it said.

The loan refinancing is part of a financial and operational overhaul designed to return the carrier to profit. The global economic downturn, high jet fuel prices and a failure to achieve profitable synergies from a merger with Indian Airlines has pushed the carrier into losses since 2007.

Unprofitable routes and the burden of a $15 billion order for 111 new aircraft, as well as intensifying competition from local and overseas carriers have only added to its woes.

The airline narrowed its net loss for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010 to INR55.51 billion from INR71.89 billion a year earlier, it also cut spending by 8% to INR190.35 billion.

Air India has a total debt of INR400 billion, including INR220 billion of long-term loans taken primarily to finance aircraft purchases.

The carrier's board also agreed to phase out four Airbus A310 aircraft and approved leasing agreements for 10 A320 and two A330 planes. It said the 10 A320s will replace old planes in its fleet.

The board further gave a nod to acquire 30 acres of land near Nagpur in the western state of Maharashtra to set up a maintenance, repair and overhaul facility.

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A list of the biggest A320 orders from the last weeks:

20 July 2011 American Airlines...260
23 June 2011 AirAsia.................200
23 June 2011 GoAir.....................72
22 June 2011 LAN Airlines............20
22 June 2011 IndiGo..................180
20 June 2011 SAS.......................30
20 June 2011 GE Capital..............60

---> 822 airplanes sold during one month!

American Airlines acquires 260 Airbus A320 Family aircraft

U.S.-based global carrier becomes latest customer for Airbus’ market-leading, single-aisle aircraft

20 July 2011 Press Release

Airbus and American Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AMR Corporation, have signed a firm contract for American to acquire 260 modern, fuel-efficient Airbus A320 Family aircraft. The contract calls for flexibility for the airline to take delivery of A319s, A320s and A321s, with 130 featuring Airbus’ New Engine Option (neo). All 260 aircraft will feature large, fuel-saving wingtip devices known as Sharklets.



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[KB]

How ironic! given AA was blaming Airbus' revolutionary tail fin instead of their pilot..just a decade ago.

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Another big order for the A320 (106 airplanes).

Qantas reveals plans to expand fleet with A320 Family

Commitment includes 78 A320neo aircraft

16 August 2011 Press Release

Qantas has selected for the first time Airbus A320 aircraft to launch its new premium airline to service routes to/from Australia and the Asian region. In addition, Jetstar has selected the Airbus A320 to continue its growth in Australia and Asia. The commitment to order a minimum of 106 A320 Family aircraft includes 78 A320neo jets, making Qantas the latest airline to select the world’s best selling single-aisle aircraft.



The decision to go with Airbus for its short to medium haul operations underpins the Qantas long term strategy to build up a fleet of the world’s most fuel efficient and reliable aircraft.

“We are delighted to be investing in Airbus’ fuel efficient A320 Family, including the new A320neo as part of Qantas’ international transformation plan and Jetstar’s pan-Asian expansion.” said Alan Joyce, Qantas CEO. “The A320 Family’s outstanding operational efficiency and comfort, paired with its environmental credentials, make it the right choice for Qantas.”

“Qantas is an exceptionally forward looking and pioneering airline and we are delighted to play such a significant role in the company’s future strategy.” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “In a fiercely competitive market this is a great endorsement for our eco-efficient A320neo and A320 aircraft with their unique passenger appeal thanks to their wider cabin.”

The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family to enter service in 2015. It incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel and CO2 emission savings.

In parallel with this new order, Qantas has decided to adapt deliveries of the last six of its twenty A380s to the airline’s new business plan. This affects deliveries after 2013.

At present, Qantas’ A380 fleet stands at ten, making the carrier the third largest A380 operator worldwide.

A320 Family orders to date already exceed 7,800, reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. To date over 4,700 have been delivered to over 330 customers and operators worldwide. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the existing A320 models while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. It is offered with engines from CFM International’s LEAP-X or Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower PW1100G.

Qantas will make its engine decision at a later date.

Airbus has received more than 1200 A320neo orders and commitments since its launch just nine months ago, in December 2010.

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The above commitment to buy 106 airplanes is now a firm order for 110 aircraft.

Qantas and Airbus seal biggest order in Australian aviation history

Firm order for 78 A320neo and 32 A320s

6 October 2011 Press Release

Qantas and Airbus have finalised a contract for 110 A320 Family aircraft, to help with the airline’s fleet renewal and expansion plans in the coming years. The firm order for 78 A320neo and 32 A320s is the largest single order in Australian aviation history by aircraft units and follows a commitment signed in August.



The new aircraft will be deployed across the Qantas Group on short to medium haul domestic and international operations and underpin the airline’s commitment to build a fleet with the most fuel efficient and reliable aircraft in the market.

“The Airbus A320 will be the launch aircraft for Qantas' new, premium airline based in Asia and will support Jetstar’s expansion plans - including the establishment of Jetstar Japan,” said Alan Joyce, Qantas CEO. “The A320 Family’s outstanding operational efficiency and comfort, plus its environmental credentials, make it the right choice for the Qantas Group.”

“We are delighted that our A320neo and A320s are playing a vital role in Qantas’ future strategy,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “Coming from one of the world’s great aviation pioneering companies, this order is a great endorsement of Airbus and of our eco-efficient aircraft products.”

The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family to enter service in 2015. It incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel and CO2 emission savings.

A320 Family orders to date already exceed 7,900, reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. To date over 4,790 have been delivered to over 330 customers and operators worldwide. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the existing A320 models while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. It is offered with engines from CFM International’s LEAP-X or Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower PW1100G.

Qantas will make its engine decision at a later date.

Airbus has received 1,245 A320neo orders and commitments since its launch just ten months ago, in December 2010.

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[deasine]

That's pretty funny.

[ALLAN92]

Nice pic.

[Equario]

More to come:



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[GEwinnen]

Airbus sold 8100 aircrafts of the A320 family, 4800 delieveries, 3300 to build, that's a big deal!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A320#Orders_and_deliveries

[future.architect]

And she flies



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[Equario]

Awesome videos! Thanks for sharing!

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