Cebu Air : Pacific pushes forward with re-fleeting program
April 06, 2021 at 01:26 am EDT
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Receives eighth A321neo this month
The Philippines' leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), welcomes the arrival of a brand-new Airbus A321NEO (New Engine Option) aircraft on April 02, 2021. This latest delivery is the eighth out of CEB's 47 narrow-body orders from Airbus, in line with the carrier's fleet expansion plans.
With a capacity of 236 seats, the A321NEO has 31% more capacity that allows for more seats without compromising on cabin comfort. Its seats are ergonomically designed by world-renowned manufacturer Recaro, which provide more legroom between rows. All seats are also equipped with a USB port that enables passengers to charge their mobile devices inflight.
On top of this A321NEO, CEB is expecting delivery of seven more aircraft this 2021, a mix of Airbus and ATR fleet.
The Airbus A321NEO delivers 20% fuel cost savings while offering significant environmental benefits with nearly 50% reduction in carbon footprint compared to previous generation aircraft.
'Pre-pandemic, we have already started embarking on our long-term vision and fleet strategy, which includes an orderly exit of older aircraft. We envision the total CEB fleet to be composed of new-generation aircraft in the next few years,' said Mark Cezar, Cebu Pacific Deputy Chief Finance Officer.
CEB's newest aircraft is set to enter service on April 09, 2021, to serve various domestic routes the carrier flies direct to.
To date, the Cebu Pacific 74-strong fleet is comprised of eight (8) A321NEO, 25 Airbus A320, seven (7) Airbus A321CEO, five (5) Airbus A320NEO, seven (7) Airbus A330, six (6) ATR 72-500, and 13 ATR 72-600 aircraft. Its fleet also has two (2) ATR freighters on top of one (1) A330 freighter. CEB boasts of one of the youngest fleets in the world, with an average fleet age of about 5.7 years.
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Cebu Air, Inc. is a Philippines-based airline company that operates under the trade name Cebu Pacific and Cebu Pacific Air. The Company is engaged in the business of providing air transportation services. It is involved in the transportation of passengers, mail, merchandise, and freight, and to acquire, purchase, lease, construct, own, maintain, operate, and dispose of airplanes and other aircraft of every kind and description. In addition to passenger service and airport-to-airport cargo services, the Company also offers ancillary services, such as travel insurance, in-flight merchandise, baggage, and travel-related products and services. It operates in two segments: the airline business and the line and light maintenance business. It operates a fleet of 76 aircraft, which comprises of 21 Airbus A320 CEO, seven Airbus A321 CEO, nine Airbus A320 NEO, 10 Airbus A321 NEO, five Airbus A330 CEO, four Airbus A330 NEO, six ATR 72-500, and 14 ATR 72-600 aircraft.