British Airways-owner IAG signs a firm order for 31 Airbus jets

British Airways-owner IAG (International Airlines Group) has signed a firm order for 31 Airbus aircraft, the order includes eight A350-900s, three A330-200s and 20 A320neos.

The A350s and A330s are slated for Iberia’s fleet modernisation and to open new long-haul routes, and the A320neos will be allocated to the group’s airlines for fleet replacement.

With this latest order for 31 aircraft IAG and its airlines have ordered a total of nearly 450 aircraft from Airbus. IAG’s airlines British Airways, Iberia and Vueling, between them operate nearly every aircraft in Airbus’ product range from the smallest single aisle A318 to the world’s largest wide-body A380.

John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer – Customers said;

“IAG’s additional order for A350s and A330s is very significant for us and highlights the appeal of our leading wide-body Family. It always fills us with great pride when one of our biggest and most influential customers recognises the superior operating economics and passenger experience of our aircraft.

The repeat selection of the A320neo is also a great endorsement of the world’s preferred single aisle Family among the world’s most prestigious carriers.”

The wings for the 31 aircraft will be made at Broughton.