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The A320 New Engine Option

Airbus’ A320 aircraft family – which is recognised worldwide as the benchmark single-aisle jetliner product line – will be even more fuel-efficient and eco-friendly with a new engine option now being offered to customers.     

Designated the A320neo, this option provides the minimum change with maximum benefit for the best-selling A319, A320 and A321 through the availability of two new jet engine choices – CFM International’s LEAP and the PW1100G PurePower from Pratt & Whitney – along with the use of Airbus’ large Sharklets wing tip devices.   

Improvements with the A320neo include a 15 per cent reduction in fuel consumption, two tonnes of additional payload, up to 500 nautical miles of more range, lower operating costs, along with reductions in engine noise and emissions. 

As of 31 December 2012, a total of 1,734 firm orders had been received for Airbus’ new engine option aircraft from 36 customers across the globe – representing a 62-per cent market share when compared to its direct competitor. 

In the framework of constant enhancements for the A320 Family, Airbus has developed new options for configuring the floor space offered by the longest-fuselage A321neo version.  These options enable more flexibility and increased passenger capacity at the same standard of comfort. In addition, the jetliner’s maximum seat count based on exit limits is raised beyond 220 seats. These new cabin options capitalize on recent innovations in cabin equipment, fixtures and seat design – allowing airlines more efficient use of cabin space.

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A320 family January 2013
Total orders 9142
Total deliveries 5432
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A320 Assembly Line in Tianjin, China
A320 Assembly Line in Tianjin, China

  • A320 Family aircraft are assembled in France, Germany and China.

  • The A320 Final Assembly Line in Toulouse once was the Concorde Assembly Hall.

  • Consisting primarily of aluminium alloy, the A320 is also built with high technology materials such as carbon composites, Kevlar and fiberglass.

  • A320 Family aircraft fly to some of the world's most challenging airports including Himalayan airfields in China, India and Bhutan.

  • 80 per cent of A320 Family operators fly at least two members of the Family.

  • An A320 Family aircraft takes off or lands every 2.5 seconds of every day.