European-based plane manufacturer Airbus announced the order on
Wednesday in a press release.
The CEO of Wizz Air, József Váradi, said the order further
reinforces its position as the largest A321neo Family operator in Europe and
the Middle East.
“More than half our fleet has already been converted to
cutting-edge neo technology,” Váradi said in the Airbus announcement. “The
A321neo’s unparalleled economic efficiency and remarkably low carbon footprint
underpin our commitment to provide affordable and sustainable travel options
for our customers. We have enjoyed a longstanding strategic partnership with
Airbus and are steadfast in our commitment to this exceptional technology with
one of the largest outstanding order books in the world of more than 350 neo
aircraft.”
Wizz Air is an all-Airbus operator with a fleet of over 180 A320
Family aircraft currently in operation.
“The investment in the A321neo is a solid
foundation in Wizz Air’s continued expansion strategy,” said Christian Scherer,
Airbus Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Airbus International.
Largest member of A320neo Family
The A321neo is the largest member of Airbus’ A320neo Family,
offering unparalleled range and performance. By incorporating new generation
engines and Sharklets, the A321neo brings a 50 percent noise reduction, and
more than 20 percent fuel savings and CO2 reduction
compared to previous generation single-aisle aircraft.
To date, nearly 5,200 A321neos have been ordered by customers
across the globe.
Airbus A321neo aircraft assembled in China
In June, Wizz Air announced it will be the first European
airline to receive an Airbus A321neo aircraft assembled in China.
The new aircraft is being assembled on Airbus’ final
assembly line in Tianjin and will be delivered to Wizz Air four years after it
received its first A321neo in 2019.
The new Airbus A321neo will be financed through a
sale-and-leaseback with AVIC, one of Wizz Air’s financing partners.
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