Flynas signs memorandum of understanding for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330neo aircraft

Saudi low-cost carrier flynas has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the purchase of 75 A320neo Family aircraft and 15 A330-900 aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Above: (from left to right) Paul Meijers, Airbus Executive Vice President, Commercial Operations, and Bander Al Mohanna, Chief Executive Officer, flynas.
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This strategic agreement will increase the airline’s capacity and reach and improve its overall fleet capabilities.

The signing took place during the Farnborough International Air Show in the presence of the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia, HE Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Duaileja, the Chairman of the Board of NAS Holding, Ayed Al Jeaid, the CEO and Managing Director of Flynas Bandar Almohanna and the President of the Board of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, Christian Scherer.

The new aircraft will join Airbus’ fleet of international, domestic and regional routes. The new A330-900 will have a two-class configuration and will seat up to 400 passengers.

“We are excited to further strengthen our long-standing partnership with Airbus,” said Bander Almohanna, CEO and Managing Director of flynas. “The A320neo Family delivers exceptional operational efficiency and environmental benefits, allowing us to offer unique, affordable travel experiences. In addition, the A330neo will enhance our long-haul capabilities with advanced technology and efficiency, while supporting our growth plans and the Saudi Arabian Hajj program.”

Airbus Chief Executive Officer Commercial Airplanes, Christian Scherer, said: “We are pleased to extend our partnership with flynas with this important milestone for the A320neo and A330-900 aircraft. The A330neo will enable flynas to further expand into widebody markets based on the A320, benefiting from a unique commonality with Airbus. Both aircraft types offer flynas the ideal versatility and economics to expand into new markets, while offering passengers the latest cabin experience and comfort. We look forward to continuing our successful partnership with flynas as they embark on this exciting new chapter.”

The addition of the A330-900 will support flynas’ ambitious growth plans. The airline anticipates significant operational efficiency gains by combining the new widebody aircraft with its existing A320neo fleet.