Airbus has delivered the first-ever A321neo. The latest generation aircraft powered by CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines was handed over to U.S. airline Virgin America, an all-Airbus operator, at a ceremony in Hamburg, Germany. “After Virgin America having been the first customer signing for the A320neo back in December 2010, we are today delighted to deliver the first A321neo to them,” said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus Chief Operating Officer and President Commercial Aircraft. “With … [Read more...] about Airbus delivers first ever A321neo to Virgin America
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Alaska Airlines picks up Virgin America for US$4 billion
Alaska Air Group has snapped up California-based Virgin America for US$4 billion. The combined company would become a major force in the US West Coast region, with hubs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle and Portland, and a combined fleet of approximately 280 aircraft providing 1,200 daily departures. It will also gain Virgin America’s east coast slots, in New York and Washington, DC, where Alaska has struggled to gain access and of course the group would also maintain a dominant position in … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines picks up Virgin America for US$4 billion
