Avianca converts batch of A319neos to larger variant
Avianca has converted orders for 5 Airbus A319neo jets to the larger A320neo. Avianca is the largest customer for the A319neo, which has been the weakest-selling model in the re-engined family. It lifted its commitment to the variant to 28 a year ago, by converting 9 A320neo orders, but switched 3 back in December. The swap of another 5 last month leaves the carrier with orders for 20 of the type. Frontier Airlines accounts for another 18 A319neos, with the remaining 12 orders split between unidentified customers and business jet specialists. The A319neo carried out its maiden flight at the end of March this year, commencing its certification effort. Chinese lessor CALC has cancelled a pair of A320neos, while an undisclosed customer cancelled a further 4 <br/>
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Avianca converts batch of A319neos to larger variant
Avianca has converted orders for 5 Airbus A319neo jets to the larger A320neo. Avianca is the largest customer for the A319neo, which has been the weakest-selling model in the re-engined family. It lifted its commitment to the variant to 28 a year ago, by converting 9 A320neo orders, but switched 3 back in December. The swap of another 5 last month leaves the carrier with orders for 20 of the type. Frontier Airlines accounts for another 18 A319neos, with the remaining 12 orders split between unidentified customers and business jet specialists. The A319neo carried out its maiden flight at the end of March this year, commencing its certification effort. Chinese lessor CALC has cancelled a pair of A320neos, while an undisclosed customer cancelled a further 4 <br/>
