(02 August 2022, 11:42 +07)
JetSmart, an ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC)
operating in Chile, Argentina and Peru, has taken delivery of its
first Airbus A321neo, leased from Aviation Capítal Group.
The fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft will be
key in reducing the airline’s environmental footprint.
“The delivery of our first A321neo marks the
beginning of a new era for JetSmart, supporting our vision to
serve 100 million passengers by 2028,” said Estuardo Ortiz, CEO
JetSmart. “It is also an important step in becoming the leading
ULCC in South America. We worked with Airbus to configure our
A321neo as the most competitive aircraft in the market, while
maintaining our focus on sustainability and ultra low fares.”
JetSmart Airbus A321neo
JetSmart’s A321neo is powered by Pratt & Whitney
GTF engines and can seat up to 240 passengers in the Airspace cabin, which brings unique lighting
displays, more personal space and a sleek design to improve
the passenger experience.
The A321neo incorporates new generation engines
and Sharklets, which together deliver more than 20% fuel
and CO2 savings, as well as a 50% noise reduction.
“The A321neo’s performance and efficiency will
allow JetSmart to continue offering low fares, while reducing its
carbon footprint,” said Arturo Barreira, President of Airbus Latin
America and the Caribbean.
To date
the A321neo has captured more than 8,100 orders received from over
130 customers.
In Latin America and the Caribbean, Airbus has
sold over 1,100 aircraft and has a backlog of over 500, with more
than 700 in operation throughout the region, representing almost
60 percent market share of the in-service fleet. Since 1994,
Airbus has secured approximately 70 percent of net orders in the
region.
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