CFM International will provide the LEAP-1A engines to power easyJet’s new fleet of 157 Airbus jets comprising 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo family aircraft with deliveries set from 2029.
CFM International has solidified its long-standing partnership with Leading European carrier easyJet by securing orders for LEAP-1A engines to power easyJet’s fleet of 157 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The order comprises 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo aircraft, set to be delivered from 2029. The agreement also includes spare engines and a multi-year services agreement. The initial aircraft order was announced in December 2023.
This move reinforces a successful collaboration of over 25 years between easyJet and CFM International. The airline currently operates 257 Airbus A320ceos powered by CFM56-5B engines and 69 A320neos with LEAP-1A engines. The decision to continue with CFM engines underlines the reliability and performance that easyJet has experienced with its existing CFM-powered fleet.
“We are very pleased to have signed a deal with CFM, following a competitive selection process. This agreement for more than 300 engines will provide important environmental benefits through a significant improvement in fuel efficiency and a reduction in noise as well as enable easyJet to continue to affirm its leading position at Europe’s primary airports. easyJet has a long history working with CFM and look forward to continuing to work in partnership in the years to come,” said Johan Lundgren, CEO, easyJet.
CFM International, a 50/50 joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, has been a key player in shaping the commercial aviation landscape since its establishment in 1974. The LEAP engine family has become the industry standard, known for its efficiency, reliability, durability, and optimized cost of ownership. The joint venture has consistently delivered cutting-edge technology and support to operators worldwide, playing a pivotal role in the evolution of aviation.
Gaël Méheust, president and CEO, CFM International.“We are proud to embark on a new journey with easyJet, a trusted partner that shares our ambition to build more sustainable air travel. We remain committed to delivering the very best CFM has to offer in terms of efficiency, reliability and world-class customer support.”
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The order from easyJet aligns with the airline’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence. As air travel continues to recover and evolve, partnerships like these contribute to the industry’s overall resilience, emphasizing the importance of advanced, eco-friendly propulsion systems in modern aviation.
Question – Why did easyJet choose CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines for its new Airbus fleet?
Answer – easyJet opted for LEAP-1A engines due to their proven reliability and performance with existing CFM-powered aircraft, coupled with significant fuel efficiency and noise reduction benefits, aligning with their sustainability goals.
Question – What key benefits does the LEAP-1A engine offer compared to previous models?
Answer – The LEAP-1A engine boasts industry-leading efficiency, reliability, durability, and optimized cost of ownership, while adhering to stricter environmental standards through reduced emissions and noise.
Question – How does this partnership between easyJet and CFM International contribute to the aviation industry?
Answer – It supports the EU’s ReFuelEU regulations for increased SAF adoption and aligns with Eni’s biorefining capacity expansion plans, promoting biofuels as a key solution for decarbonizing aviation and other hard-to-abate sectors.
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