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SP's Military Yearbook 2021-2022
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Air Arabia Orders for 240 LEAP-1A Engines

Issue: 01-2024

Air Arabia, the Middle East, and North Africa first and largest low-cost carrier operator, announced a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to enhancing its fleet and operations. Following a signing ceremony attended by senior executives from CFM and Air Arabia during Dubai Airshow 2023, the airline has announced the order for 240 CFM LEAP-1A engines to power its existing order of 120 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including brand new A321XLR. The agreement includes a multi-year services agreement and spare engines.

The deal will support Air Arabia’s fleet growth and future expansion. The state-of-the-art LEAP-1A engines are set to propel Air Arabia’s existing order of 120 Airbus A32-neo family aircraft, which is comprised of 73 A320neo, 27 A321neo and 20 A321XLR airplanes which are scheduled for delivery in 2025. The company currently operates a total fleet of 71 Airbus A320ceo and A321 neo-LR aircraft.