Royal Jordanian receives A321, A320 aircraft
Contributors are not employed, compensated or governed by TD, opinions and statements are from the contributor directly
The fourth and fifth of seven new single-aisle aircraft – Airbus A321 and A320, named Karak and Salt have respectively – joined Royal Jordanian fleet as a part of the agreement with the Dublin-based lessor AWAS, reached in early 2011 to replace six Airbus A320s and A321s with seven new ones of the same models (including an additional A320).
This replacement is part of RJ’s short- and medium-range fleet renewal program and is meant to enhance efficiency across its network. The first three A320 aircraft joined the fleet last year. Configured with two cabins, Salt seats 136 passengers, of which 16 in the Crown Class cabin. The A321 (Karak) is configured with two cabins and seats 162 passengers, 20 in the Crown Class cabin. Both fly about five and a half hours.
Along with the other aircraft in the fleet, these two airplanes exemplify standards that Royal Jordanian set to ensure operating efficiency of its fleet. Their V2500 engines are designed to significantly reduce fuel consumption. The two remaining A321 and A320 aircraft will join the fleet in June and November this year respectively. The fleet counts 32 planes built according to the latest eco-friendly specifications and serving 60 destinations spanned over four continents.