Saudi Arabian Airlines has signed a firm contract with Airbus for eight A330-300 wide body aircraft, as part of its fleet modernisation plan, it was announced at Farnborough yesterday.
The contract follows one for 22 Airbus A320s signed at the end of 2007, marking the first agreement in 26 years between Saudi Arabia’s national airline and Airbus for commercial aircraft.
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“The Airbus A330-300 is the right aircraft for our ambitious fleet renewal plans,” says His Excellency Engineer Khalid al Molhem, Director General of Saudi Arabian Airlines. “The aircraft combines operational efficiency as well as cabin comfort for our customers, and will enable Saudi Arabian Airlines to meet rising passenger demand and expectations.”
Tom Enders, Airbus president and CEO, says: “Saudi Arabian Airlines is one of the biggest and longest-established airlines in the Middle East and Airbus is delighted to be part of Saudi’s extensive fleet modernisation plan. Airbus is also delighted that this agreement re-enforces our partnership with Saudi Arabian Airlines.”
Source: Flight International
