Avianca announces revised future fleet plan

Posted on by Jon Champs

Avianca issued an extensive re-profiling of its fleet buying programme, following a $375m recapitalisation.

  • In cooperation with Airbus, the Company has reduced its firm commitments to 88 A320neo aircraft (from 108)
    • Previously scheduled firm A320neo family deliveries in 2020 through 2024 have been deferred or cancelled
    • The 88 remaining commitments are now scheduled for delivery in 2025 through 2028 (20 per year) with the balance in 2029 (8)
    • These agreements provide comprehensive financial benefits, with significant Capex reduction in the period through the end of 2024
  • Separately, Avianca has agreed to enter into 12-year operating leases for up to 12 A320neo aircraft with BOC Aviation
    • Deliveries to occur after 2023, consistent with the Avianca 2021plan
  • Finally, Avianca reached a mutually beneficial agreement with Boeing with regards to the outstanding 787-9 deliveries, which have been phased over a longer period.
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