It’s Home! No, we are not talking about the ICC T20 World Cup trophy but Air India’s brand new narrow body aircraft. Although we have to agree, this new Airbus A320neo aircraft is not less than a trophy for Air India. The airline welcomed its first A320 narrow body with swanky new livery at the Delhi Airport on 7th July.
The new Air India A320neo aircraft bears a registration of VT-RTN. This is a tribute to Ratan Tata, the former Chairman of Tata Group. The brand new jet flew from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport to Delhi, covering a distance of 6,784 kilometers in around eight hours and 17 minutes.
About Air India’s A320 Narrow Body Aircraft
The new Airbus A320neo aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines. This ensures efficient and environmentally friendly operations. Air India passengers will have a seamless flight as this narrowbody aircraft is currently configured with 186 economy seats. According to sources, it will be retrofitted to include 132 Economy seats, 24 Premium Economy seats, and 8 Business Class seats.
The A320neo in Air India fleet stands out for its environmental performance. It boasts at least 20% lesser fuel burn and CO2 emissions when compared to older A320 narrow body models. Additionally, it has a 50% reduction in noise footprint. This will make Air India flights on this jet quieter and more eco-friendly.
The Expanding Air India Fleet
Currently, Air India operates a diverse fleet of 143 aircraft. This includes 56 A320 family jets, 17 A321s, 6 Airbus A350 aircraft, 27 Boeing 777 and 787-8 Dreamliners along with 10 A319 jets. Additionally, Vistara, a part of the Air India Group, operates 70 jets, including A320neos, A321neos, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Air India Express and AIX Connect collectively add another 80 jets to the group’s fleet.
The arrival of the first A320neo aircraft with the new livery marks a significant milestone for Air India. This modern, efficient jet will further enhance the operational capabilities of the Air India fleet. With the addition of this A320 narrow body aircraft, Air India is on its way to not only become a leading global airline but reduce carbon emissions as well.
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