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SMBC Aviation Capital

handovers solo Airbus A321neo

to Aegean Airlines

SMBC Aviation Capital has successfully delivered an Airbus A321neo aircraft equipped
with two advanced Pratt & Whitney W1133GA-JM engines to Aegean Airlines with the
deliveries taking place at the Airbus facilities in Hamburg, Germany.

MBC Aviation Capital has announced the and advanced aerodynamics. It also provides
Ssuccessful delivery of an Airbus A321neo airlines with greater operational flexibility due
aircraft to Aegean Airlines. The aircraft, bearing to its extended range and fuel efficiency. For
the Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 11827, Aegean Airlines, this aircraft will play a crucial
is equipped with two advanced Pratt & Whitney role in expanding its route network and improv-
W1133GA-JM engines, ensuring high efficiency ing overall service quality for passengers.
and performance. The delivery took place at the The delivery ceremony at the Airbus Hamburg
Airbus facilities in Hamburg, Germany, marking facility was attended by key representatives
another milestone in the longstanding partner- from SMBC Aviation Capital, Aegean Airlines,
ship between SMBC Aviation Capital and Aegean and Airbus. This event highlighted the collabora-
Airlines. This latest addition to Aegean Airlines’ tive efforts and strong partnership between the
fleet underscores the airline’s commitment to companies involved.
modernizing its aircraft and enhancing its opera- This latest delivery reaffirms SMBC Aviation
tional capabilities. Capital’s position as a leading aircraft leasing
The Airbus A321neo, known for its fuel ef- company, providing innovative and sustainable
ficiency and extended range, is a strategic asset solutions to airlines worldwide. With a diverse
for Aegean Airlines. The aircraft’s PW1133GA- portfolio of modern aircraft, SMBC Aviation
JM engines are renowned for their advanced Capital continues to support the growth and
technology, offering significant reductions in operational efficiency of its airline partners.
fuel consumption and CO2 emissions compared As Aegean Airlines integrates the new A321n-
to previous generation engines. This aligns eo into its fleet, passengers can look forward
perfectly with Aegean Airlines’ sustainability to enhanced travel experiences, including
goals and its efforts to reduce its environmental improved comfort and reliability. This delivery
footprint. marks another step in Aegean Airlines’ journey
The Airbus A321neo is designed to offer supe- towards maintaining a modern, efficient, and
rior passenger comfort with its spacious cabin environmentally conscious fleet

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