JetSMART the Ultra Low Cost Carrier (ULCC) with routes across Chile, Argentina and Peru has taken delivery of its first A321neo, a PW GTF powered example, which it has leased from Aviation Capital Group. The aircraft is part of an order which will see the airline’s 321neo fleet grow to 34. Additionally it also has 14 A321XLRs on order. When the airline’s current order backlog is fulfilled, it’s all A320 family fleet will number 94. “The delivery of our first A321neo marks the beginning of a new era for JetSMART, supporting our vision to serve 100 million passengers by 2028. It is also and it is an important step in becoming the leading ULCC in South America. We worked with Airbus to configure our A321neo as the most competitive aircraft in the market, while maintaining our focus on sustainability and ultra low fares,” said Estuardo Ortiz, CEO JetSMART.
As with Frontier, Volaris and Wizz Air a controlling interest in JetSMART is held by Indigo Partners
