The A321neo powered by CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines recieved joint Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) after a comprehensive flight test programmed. The A320neo Family is the world’s best-selling single aisle product line with over 5,000 orders from 92 customers ever since its start capturing 60 percent share of the market.
EASA’s Certification director Trevor Woods and Michael J. Kaszycki FAA’s acting manager Transport Airplane Directorate – Aircraft Certification Service signed the EASA Type Certificate. Both the certificates were handed over to senior vice president of Airbus ‘s A320 Family Programme, Klaus Roewe and Airbus A320 Family Programme chief engineer, Pierre-Henri Brousse.
“The A321neo offers operators the perfect balance between fuel efficiency, comfort and environmental performance. It is the clear market leader in the 200 plus seat category,” stated Fabrice Brégier, president of Airbus Commercial Aircraft.” Today’s certification is a rewarding tribute to all the teams who have been instrumental in achieving this essential milestone.”
The A321neo powered by CFM engines, successfully finished a certification programme accumulating over 400 flight hours in more than 160 flights. The tests validated the aircraft airframe and systems well beyond their design limits to meet all the necessary criteria.
