UK low-cost carrier, easyJet, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 135 A320 medium-haul, single-aisle aircraft, concluding an initial agreement announced in June.
The airline signed a contract for 35 A320s with currently available engines, and 100 A320neos with an option for a further 100 aircraft.
The firm order is valued at $12.6 billion, based on Airbus's list prices; however, the purchase price may be lower after discount for quantity orders.
Two thirds of the new airliners will be used to replace easyJet’s aging 156-seat A319s.
Featuring large Sharklet wing-tip devices, the A320neo will provide a double-digit reduction in NOx emissions and reduce engine noise, according to Airbus.
In addition, it will have more than 95% airframe commonality, making it easily integrated with existing fleets, while offering a further 500nm in range or 2t extra payload.
The A320neo is scheduled to enter service in late-2015.
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