The Saudi air carrier and a leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, flynas, has firmed up an order with Airbus for 30 new A320neo Family aircraft, taking the airline's total order with Airbus to 120 A320neo aircraft, including 10 A321XLRs.
Through the $3.7 billion agreement, flynas seeks to boost its position and contribute to the growth of the aviation sector in Saudi Arabia.
It also aims to boost efforts to achieve its ambitious plans by introducing its fleet's most advanced and fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft.
The agreement was signed at the Paris Airshow by flynas CEO Bandar al-Mhanna, Airbus CCO Christian Schere, in the presence of the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Saleh al-Jasser, President of the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Abdulaziz al-Duailj, and chairman of NAS Holding Ayed al-Jeaid.
"As we continue to grow, receiving several awards for excellence in operations and customer services and invest in our offering, we are delighted to confirm our latest order with Airbus," said Mhanna.
He asserted that the A320neo Family brings unmatched benefits to flynas' passengers, offering exceptional operational performance and environmental benefits while helping provide unique travel experiences at low cost.
Airbus CCO explained that unbeatable economics, more extended range capability, and the most spacious single aisle cabin have made the A320neo Family the preferred choice of airlines worldwide.
"We look forward to working with flynas as it develops its future fleet and presence in the fast-growing Saudi market," said Scherer.
flynas is an all-Airbus operator and was the first airline in Saudi Arabia to acquire the A320neo.
The carrier currently operates a fleet of 32 A320neos, 13 A320ceos, and four A330-300s. The new aircraft will support the airline's growth plans as it expands its international routes and destinations network.
The A320neo Family incorporates the latest technologies, including new generation engines, Sharklets, and aerodynamics, delivering at least 20 percent lower fuel burn and CO2 emission savings.
With more than 8,700 orders from 136 customers, the A320neo Family is the world's most popular aircraft.
