Jet2.com has placed an initial order for 36 Airbus A321neo aircraft that are part of the company based in Leeds, UK, a new Airbus customer and a new Airbus A320neo Family operator. The order reflects the ambitious plans to expand and renew the Jet2.com fleet. The engine will be selected at a later date.
Philip Meeson, chief executive of Jet2.com, said "Jet2.com will be proud to operate Airbus A321neo aircraft in the coming years. In our opinion, this aircraft is the most efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft in its class and will offer our customers an extraordinarily comfortable and pleasant experience while traveling. ” The aircraft will be configured with 232 seats, with an Airspace cabin with innovative lighting, new and modern seats and 60% more luggage space.
At the end of July 2021, the A320neo family won over 7.400 firm orders from over 120 customers worldwide.
The A320neo family incorporates the latest technologies, including next-generation engines and Sharklets, offering a 20% reduction in fuel consumption per seat, with an additional range of up to 500 nautical miles (900 km) or two tons of payload. additional.
That said, the Airbus A321neo aircraft will provide Jet2.com with additional revenue.