(TAN): Air Canada has converted options for 15 Airbus A220-300 aircraft into firm orders, bringing to 60 the total number of the Canadian-built aircraft it will acquire for its fleet, the airline said in a news release.
“This expanded order for the A220, built up the road from our Montreal headquarters, is an important development in the modernization of our fleet and a clear indication that we are emerging from the pandemic solidly positioned for the future,” said Michael Rousseau, president and CEO of Air Canada.
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“This third re-order for the A220 in 2022 confirms the strong confidence that airlines worldwide have for this game-changing aircraft,” said Benoît Schultz, CEO, Airbus Canada and head of country Canada for Airbus.
“Today’s announcement is important for our entire aviation sector. Not only will this advance Air Canada’s modernization programme, but it will also contribute to making the sector greener while creating good jobs for Quebecers and all Canadians,” said Canadian Transport Minister Omar Alghabra.
