AerCap has delivered the first of 15 A320neo family aircraft on lease to EGYPTAIR in a delivery that will make the airline the first to use this aircraft type in mainland Africa.
This aircraft will initially be used exclusively on outward flights from Cairo International Airport but will later be used in many European destinations from 1 March such as; Berlin, Geneva and Paris, three frequently visited cities that will be within the network.
EGYPTAIR has another incoming order from AerCap for eight Boeing 787-9s which demonstrates their strong partnership, the airline suggests. Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman of EGYPTAIR Holding Company, described AerCap as “a strategic partner that we recognise and hold in high regard.”
“We are very pleased to deliver to EGYPTAIR their first A320neo and to be a part of their fleet modernisation plan,” said Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap. He added, “We wish the Egyptair team every success as they continue their journey to achieve their sustainable growth ambitions with the addition of the most modern, fuel-efficient aircraft.”
