SMBC Aviation Capital announced Tuesday an order for 60 additional Airbus A320neo family aircraft. With this new order, the international aircraft leasing company brings its firm order backlog of A320neo and A321neo models to 184.
This additional order secures SMBC Aviation Capital’s delivery backlog of A320neo and A321neo aircraft until 2031.
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“This transaction is further testament of sustained global demand for technologically advanced, fuel-efficient aircraft, and comes amidst the continuing strong recovery in air travel worldwide,” said Peter Barrett, CEO of SMBC Aviation Capital. “With sustainability and operational efficiency remaining key priorities for our customers, we anticipate even greater demand for aircraft such as the A320neo and the A321neo in the years ahead.”
“SMBC Aviation Capital’s latest decision to reinvest for the long term in the A320neo Family shows a great confidence and commitment to what is, and is continuing to be, the most successful aircraft programme ever,” said Christian Scherer, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Airbus International.
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