Spirit Airlines Brings Most Fuel-Efficient Plane to U.S.
October 11 2016 - 10:00AM
Spirit Airlines became the first American carrier to receive the
Airbus A320neo this week, a state-of-the-art aircraft powered by
the Pratt & Whitney PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF).
Considered one of the most fuel-efficient aircraft engines ever
made, this revolutionary technology will help improve fuel burn,
lower emissions and reduce noise levels.
“This state-of-the-art technology will burn less fuel and lower
our operational costs,” said Ted Christie, Spirit Airlines Chief
Financial Officer. “We continue to lead the industry in both
reducing our carbon footprint and providing ultra-low fares on air
travel. Spirit is thrilled to be the first carrier to bring this
innovation to the U.S.”
Spirit is set to add five Airbus A320neos to its network by the
end of the year. The airline’s Fit Fleet is already one of the
youngest and most fuel-efficient in the industry, and this move
reinforces Spirit’s commitment to protect the environment and lower
its cost structure, resulting in lower fares and even more savings
for customers.
“We are proud to have delivered the first
A320neo aircraft in the U.S. to our valued customer Spirit
Airlines,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer –
Customers. “The A320neo Family is the aircraft of choice among the
world’s airlines and we appreciate our customers’ confidence in our
leading single-aisle Family with its unbeatable productivity and
fuel efficiency.”
Spirit’s all-Airbus fleet featuring Pratt & Whitney engines
maintains an efficient, streamlined operation, offering substantial
benefits and consistency to the airline’s inflight, technical
operations and maintenance teams. The Airbus A320neo will be the
90th aircraft to join Spirit’s growing fleet.
"We are honored that Spirit Airlines is a Pratt & Whitney
customer and will become the first American carrier of our new
engine. Together, we are changing sustainable aviation because
of our continued focus on reducing emissions, noise and fuel
consumption,” said Rick Deurloo, senior vice president, Commercial
Engines, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service.
About Spirit Airlines: Spirit Airlines
(NASDAQ:SAVE) is committed to offering the lowest total price to
the places we fly, on average much lower than other airlines, on
average nearly 40% less*. Our customers start with an unbundled,
stripped-down Bare Fare™ and get Frill Control™ which allows them
to pay only for the options they choose – like bags, seat
assignments and refreshments – the things other airlines bake right
into their ticket prices. We help people save money and travel more
often, create new jobs and stimulate business growth in the
communities we serve. Our Fit Fleet is one of the youngest, most
fuel-efficient in the U.S. We operate over 400 daily flights
to more than 56 destinations in the U.S., Latin America and the
Caribbean. Come save with us at www.spirit.com.
*U.S. Department of Transportation statistics
MEDIA NOTE: Spirit aircraft photos and video b-roll are
available in the press room section of spirit.com at
http://www.spirit.com/Pressrelease.aspx.
Contact: Stephen Schuler
954-364-0231
Stephen.Schuler@spirit.com
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