OREANDA-NEWS. September 21, 2016. Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) and (BMV: VOLAR), the ultra low-cost Mexican
airline which operates in
Mexico,
United States and
Central America,
unveiled its first A320neo Airbus aircraft at the Lic.
Adolfo Lopez
Mateos International Airport in
Toluca. This acquisition makes use of
the latest technology to its fleet, now integrated by 64 aircraft to
serve its customers. This A320neo aircraft is the first of 46 (including
A320's and A321's) that the airline will receive in the coming years.
Volaris is the first airline in Mexico and North America to receive this
Airbus model, which belongs to the latest generation of single-aisle
cabin aircrafts with 186 seats. The A320neo incorporates a new engine
option, along with "Sharklets" - 7.8 feet high aerodynamic devices
located on the wings - and an optimized passenger cabin, thus generating
a greater efficiency in fuel economy.
The A320neo aircraft helps reduce the carbon footprint of its flights by
reducing the annual consumption by more than 15 percent fuel saved per
seat, of which 12 percent is reduced by the engine, 3 percent by the
Sharklets and an additional percent by the aircraft seating
configuration. This involves reducing five thousand tons of carbon
dioxide (CO2) per aircraft a year, 50 percent fewer emissions
nitrogen oxides (NOx) as well as a considerable reduction in the
acoustic fingerprint.
"At Volaris we have always been committed to the future of aviation. We
are extremely excited to incorporate to our fleet this new aircraft from
the Airbus family with Pratt & Whitney engines, two of our largest and
most important allies in the industry. This is the future of aviation!
Where we incorporate the most advanced technology to reach a more
sustainable industry," said
Enrique Beltranena, Volaris CEO.
"Airbus is proud to deliver the first A320neo in Mexico and North
America to Volaris, a loyal customer for 10 years," said
Rafael Alonso,
President of Airbus Latin America and Caribbean Region. "Mexico's strong
economic expansion offers a unique opportunity to national airlines - as
Volaris - to keep growing and ensuring, at the same time, environmental
sustainability with the A320neo as a key player for Volaris success."
"We want to congratulate Volaris, Airbus and AerCap on today's milestone
in Latin America. We have a long history together and we look forward to
continuing to be part of this global team," said
Rick Deurloo, Senior
Vice President, Commercial Engines, Sales, Marketing, and Customer
Service.
AerCap President and Chief Commercial Officer
Philip Scruggs said, "We
are delighted to deliver our first A320neo aircraft on lease to
longstanding customer, Volaris and particularly pleased to be the first
to deliver the aircraft type to a carrier in North America. The A320neo
aircraft is one of the most in-demand single aisle aircraft in the
world, incorporating the latest technologies and the most fuel efficient
engines. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship with
our friends and partners at Volaris as the airline continues to expand
its presence on the continent."
Volaris, a socially responsible company, is benefiting from the
previously mentioned technical features. Which complement other company
campaigns like "Cielito Limpio" which means "Clean Skies" in Spanish.
This campaign allows Volaris customers to support projects carried out
throughout all Mexico to combat global warming, all in collaboration
with the Mexican Carbon Platform MEXICO2.
This first aircraft will fly two key routes for the airline departing
from Mexico City. The first bound to Cancun, Quintana Roo and the second
to the city of Tijuana in Baja California. The remaining aircrafts will
be distributed throughout the Volaris network.
Volaris keeps improving the services we offer our customers. The close
relationship we have with Airbus and Pratt & Whitney is crucial to this
task and also to fulfill our development plans. Undoubtedly together we
will achieve many more milestones.
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About Volaris:
Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS
and BMV: VOLAR) is an ultra-low cost airline providing point to point
services and operating between Mexico, US, and Central America. The
ultra-low cost highly efficient business model offered by Volaris
provides low base fares to develop its market, coupled with outstanding
levels of quality services and a wide array of products. Since beginning
their operations in March 2006, Volaris has increased its routes from an
initial 5 to a current 155 and its fleet from 4 to 64 aircraft. Volaris
currently operates over 250 daily flight segments on routes connecting
40 cities in Mexico and 26 cities internationally. Volaris targets
passengers visiting friends and family, price sensitive business
travelers, and leisure travelers in Mexico and to select destinations.
Proudly Mexican, Volaris is regarded as one of the new leading companies
in the country. Among other recognitions, Volaris has received the
prestigious ESR Award for Social Corporate Responsibility for seven
consecutive years. For more information, please visit: www.volaris.com
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