Hong Kong Airlines has signed a firm contract with European manufacturer Airbus covering its order for 30 A320s, 20 A330s and a single Airbus Corporate Jet.It firms up a commitment announced during this summer’s Paris Air Show. Engine choices have still to be finalised.

Hong Kong Airlines chairman Ren Wei Dong says: “Our decision to acquire these Airbus aircraft follows an extensive evaluation period. These Airbus aircraft are really the best suited for our needs.

“This new fleet of 51 aircraft secures the future growth of our operations and will reinforce Hong Kong as a key gateway in the region. It marks the first step in what we expect will be a long and fruitful co-operation between Airbus and Hong Kong Airlines.”

Hong Kong Airlines, originally CR Airways before being acquired by Hainan Airlines last year, was established in 2001.

Source: FlightGlobal.com

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