Cebu Pacific, the largest low-cost carrier in the Philippines has taken delivery of its first A321neo.
The new addition complements the Manila-based airline’s Airbus fleet, which currently includes 43 A320 Family aircraft and eight A330-300 widebodies.
Cebu Pacific has ordered 32 A321neo aircraft directly from Airbus, and will receive another five A320neo leased from Dublin-based Avolon. These will support the carrier’s expansion and fleet renewal programme.
Selected for their outstanding operational efficiency, comfort and range, these new-generation single-aisle aircraft will allow the fast-growing carrier to expand its Asia-Pacific network.
The A321neo aircraft for Cebu Pacific features 236 seats in a single-class configuration. The aircraft is powered by Pratt and Whitney PurePower GTF engines.
The A320neo and its derivative aircraft family members are the world’s best-selling single aisle aircraft, with over 6,100 orders from over 100 customers since its launch in 2010. It has pioneered and incorporated the latest technologies, including its new generation engines and the industry's reference cabin design, delivering 20 percent fuel cost savings alone. The A320neo also offers significant environmental benefits, with nearly 50 percent reduction in noise footprint compared to previous generation aircraft.