ITA Airways Orders 28 Airbus Aircraft

(02 Dec 2021)  ITA Airways, Italy’s new national carrier, has firmed up an order with Airbus for 28 aircraft, including seven A220s, 11 A320neos and 10 A330neos.

The airline (Italia Trasporto Aereo) also has plans to lease a number of A350 aircraft.

“Our strategic partnership with Airbus takes an important step forward with the finalisation of the order we announced last September,” said Alfredo Altavilla, Executive President of ITA Airways. “In addition to this agreement, possibilities for further collaboration have emerged, in particular regarding technological developments in the aviation sector and digitalisation, where Airbus is the market leader. All this is part of the actions to achieve our environmental sustainability objectives.”

ITA Airways A220-100

The A220, purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market, is powered by Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation geared turbofan engines. With a range of up to 3,450 nm (6,390 km), the A220 delivers up to 25% lower fuel burn and CO2 emissions per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, and 50% lower NOx emissions than industry standards. In addition, the aircraft noise footprint is reduced by 50% compared to previous generation aircraft.

The A320neo Family is the most successful aircraft family ever and displays 99,7% operational reliability rate. The A320neo provides operators with 20% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions - The A320neo Family incorporates the latest technologies including new generation engines and Sharklet wing tip devices . The Airbus’ A320neo Family offers unmatched comfort in all classes and Airbus’ 18-inch wide seats in economy as standard.

The Airbus A330neo is a true new-generation aircraft, building on features popular for the A330 Family and developed for the latest technology A350. Equipped with an Airspace cabin, the A330neo is powered by the latest Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, and features a new wing with increased span and A350-inspired winglets. The A330neo also provides 25% lower fuel-burn per seat than previous-generation aircraft.

“We are very proud to partner with ITA Airways in building its long-term future with the most efficient, latest technology Airbus aircraft. This agreement supports ITA Airways business objectives to develop its network in Europe and internationally in the most sustainable way,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Airbus International.