AviancaTaca Firms Up Order For 51 Eco-Efficient A320 Aircraft
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AviancaTaca, which includes subsidiary AeroGal of Ecuador, has signed a purchase agreement for 33 eco-efficient A320neo and 18 A320 Family aircraft.
The order, which is the largest from a single airline in the region in terms of number of aircraft, follows a MOU signed during the Le Bourget Air Show in Paris in June.
The new aircraft will support AviancaTaca's expansion into new markets in Latin America, while keeping the airline's fleet among the youngest in the region.
"With this order AviancaTaca and our subsidiaries will continue the modernization process that includes fleet renewal as its primary focus", said Fabio Villegas, president of AviacaTaca, in a written statement. "Our goal is to offer travelers the most comfortable and efficient aircraft in the market, and we are proud that the A320neo aircraft is recognized for its eco-efficiency and cutting-edge technology."
AviancaTaca has placed firm orders for 190 Airbus aircraft (including the latest 51) and has currently in service 88 A320 Family aircraft and eight A330. AviancaTaca operates the entire A320 Family, A318, A319, A320 and A321 aircraft.....
