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China has announced a major aircraft procurement
agreement with Airbus worth approximately $15.8 billion. According to reports
from Chinese state media, the order was placed by China Eastern Airlines and
includes 101 aircraft from the A320neo family.
The deal marks one of the largest recent aircraft
orders by a Chinese carrier and reflects the continued expansion of the
country’s aviation sector as demand for domestic and regional travel grows.
Deliveries scheduled between 2028 and 2032
Under the agreement, Airbus will supply the aircraft
to China Eastern Airlines in several batches between 2028 and 2032. The airline
confirmed that the total value of the order amounts to around $15.8 billion.
The A320neo family is one of Airbus’ most widely used
narrow-body aircraft series and is designed for short- and medium-haul routes.
The aircraft are known for improved fuel efficiency and lower operating costs
compared with earlier models.
Strategic investment in fleet expansion
The order is expected to support China Eastern
Airlines’ long-term fleet modernisation and capacity expansion plans. With air
travel demand in China continuing to grow, airlines are investing in newer
aircraft that offer greater efficiency and lower emissions.
According to the Beijing-based newspaper Global Times,
the purchase forms part of the airline’s broader strategy to strengthen its
operational capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of the aviation
market.
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