Volaris has selected Pratt & Whitney’s GTF engine to power an additional 64 A321neo aircraft bringing Volaris’ total commitment to 217 GTF-powered purchased and leased aircraft including the airline’s previous selection of GTF engines for 153 A320neo family aircraft.
As a part of the agreement, Pratt & Whitney will also provide Volaris with engine maintenance through an EngineWise Maintenance long-term agreement.
“The additional GTF-powered A321neo aircraft will drive our growth while being mindful of our environmental footprint,” said Enrique Beltranena, chief executive officer, Volaris. “This engine-and-aircraft combination means we’ll be able to fly even more passengers, farther – with some of the lowest costs, fuel consumption and emissions per seat in the Americas.”
Volaris currently operates 70 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft and 53 V2500-powered A320ceo family aircraft.
“As a leading low-cost carrier with a strong focus on sustainability, Volaris knows how important low fuel consumption and emissions are to their business model and environmental leadership,” said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines, Pratt & Whitney. “Volaris’ selection of the GTF engine for this follow-on order is a testament to the value the engine is already delivering today, and we look forward to powering the airline’s expansion in the years to come.
