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Air India orders engines for A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 7/21/2023
Air India Airbus A320
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Air India has signed a contract with CFM International for more than 800 LEAP engines, which power the A320neo, A220 and Boeing 737 MAX family aircraft. The aim is to use the engines for your narrowbodies.
The company placed a large order for these planes in February for 470 units. Most of the aircraft ordered are from the A320neo and 737 MAX family. The order includes 140 Airbus A320neo, 70 A321neo and 190 Boeing 737 MAX.
Normally engine orders are not reported, as it is relatively common to purchase these to use them as a reserve for new aircraft. However, this is a big order.
"We are delighted to celebrate with CFM a major deal that will play a key role in our future development. The larger scale introduction of the LEAP engine, as well as our services contract, will help us to optimize our operations in terms of environmental footprint and operating cost, while benefiting our customers," said Campbell Wilson, CEO and Chief Executive Officer of Air India.
Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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