Pratt & Whitney, an RTX company, today announced that Viva Aerobus has selected GTF engines to power an additional 90 firm orders for Airbus A321neo aircraft, the first of which is due for delivery in 2027.
Having previously ordered 65 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft, the airline has now committed to 155 GTF-powered aircraft. Pratt & Whitney and Viva Aerobus also extended their long-term EngineWise maintenance contract to cover the maintenance needs of the entire GTF-powered fleet.
“As we continue to grow and renew our fleet, we need the best engine technology with lower operating costs and fuel efficiency”, said Juan Carlos Zuazúa , CEO of Viva Aerobus.
“At Viva Aerobus, our mission is not just to always be safe, always reliable and always low fares, but to do it in an environmentally conscious way. Our commitment to The Future is Green, our environmental culture, has led us on the path of innovation and cutting-edge technology. This GTF engine contract with Pratt & Whitney is an important step in further reducing our environmental footprint.”
Viva Aerobus was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico . The airline currently operates 31 V320-powered A2500ceo family aircraft. and 43 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft. Viva Aerobus took delivery of its first A320neo in 2016 and its first A321neo in 2020.
“We have a long history with Viva Aerobus, starting with their V320-powered A2500ceos in 2014,” said Rick Deurloo , president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney.
“With the GTF engines offering world-class fuel efficiency, we are pleased that Viva Aerobus continues to depend on us as it expands its airline with the most sustainable engines for single-aisle aircraft.”
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