Mideast airlines to see $400 mln loss in 2010

DUBAI – Middle East carriers will post a loss of $400 million this year, $100 million more than estimated earlier, as yields remain low despite a double-digit passenger growth, an industry group said on Thursday.

The rise in loss for Middle Eastern carriers is in contrast to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) halving its loss forecast for the global aviation industry to $2.8 billion.

The Middle East leads other regions in passenger growth but yields remain under pressure from rising seat capacity as airlines take delivery of new planes.

“Middle East carriers are expected to experience demand growth of 15.2 percent in 2010, but will see losses of $400 million. Low yields in long-haul markets connected over Middle East hubs is a burden on profitability,” IATA said in a statement.

According to the group, the revised forecast for international aviation is driven by a strong recovery in demand that began towards 2009-end and continues in the first quarter this year. It said revenues will improve as capacity has not grown with a rise in demand.

“We are seeing a definite two-speed industry. Asia and Latin America are driving the recovery. The weakest international markets are North Atlantic and intra-Europe which have continuously contracted since mid-2008,” Giovanni Bisignani, IATA’s director-general said in a statement.

Middle East passenger traffic jumped 23.6 percent in January compared to the same month last year, starting 2010 off on a good note after one of the worst years the global aviation industry has ever seen.

Regional carriers saw traffic rise 19 percent in December and 11.2 percent during the whole of last year.

Global passenger traffic also improved in January, rising 6.4 percent on a year ago after seeing 4.5 percent growth in December, IATA said.

Source: business.maktoob.com

United Signs Firm Order for 25 Airbus A350 XWB aircraft

Airline becomes 33rd customer for newest Airbus model

United has formalized a commitment originally announced in December 2009, signing a firm order for 25 A350-900 XWB aircraft, the newest twin-engine widebody from Airbus. The aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines. Deliveries of the aircraft will begin in 2016 and run through 2019.

“This is the latest chapter in a very strong relationship that has spanned two decades,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer – Customers. “From the delivery of the first United A320 in November 1993 to today, Airbus and United have worked together successfully to weather challenging market periods. It’s a true testament to what the A350 XWB has to offer that one of the largest airlines in the world has selected it to be an instrumental part of their future.”

“With this order we are investing in United’s future, gaining a widebody aircraft that will help us reduce operating costs while still providing state-of-the-art comfort to our customers,” said John Tague, President of United Airlines. “The A350 XWB will also help us reduce fuel burn and our overall environmental footprint in comparison to older technology aircraft.”

Mark King, President – Civil Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, added: “This represents a significant endorsement of our Trent XWB technology and its operational advantage. We are delighted that United Airlines has put its trust in the long-term performance advantages of Trent technology and TotalCare®.”

The A350 XWB is a new family of mid-size widebody airliners. The highly efficient aircraft brings together the latest in aerodynamics, design and advanced technologies to provide a 25-percent step-change in fuel efficiency compared to current aircraft in the same size category. The A350 XWB airframe will have 53 percent composite materials, lightening the weight thereby maximizing fuel economy. Featuring an entirely new, very quiet, cabin with extra space and comfort, passengers will enjoy more headroom, wide panoramic windows and more overhead storage area.

The three passenger versions have true long-range capability and flexibility. The A350-800 will fly 270 passengers in a three-class configuration 8300 nautical miles. The 314-seat A350-900 and 350-seat A350-1000 will offer similar long-range performance.

The order book for the aircraft type now stands at 530 aircraft. Final assembly of the first aircraft is anticipated in 2011, with the first delivery (of an A350-900) scheduled for 2013.

Boeing and Turkish Airlines Finalize Order for 20 Next-Generation 737s

SEATTLE, March 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Turkish Airlines have finalized an order for 20 Next-Generation 737 airplanes. The order includes 10 737-800s and 10 737-900ER (Extended Range) airplanes. The 737-900ER will be the latest 737 family member to join the Turkish Airlines fleet. The order is valued at $1.6 billion at current list prices. Turkish Airlines currently operates a fleet of 66 Boeing airplanes, including 58 Next-Generation 737s. The order was posted previously to Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries Web site as an unidentified customer.

The 737-900ER is the newest member of the 737 family, combining aerodynamic and other design changes to provide more room for up to 215 passengers while retaining the high performance that gives the Next-Generation 737 family world-class flexibility and efficiency.

“The 737-800 is the backbone of the Turkish Airlines fleet and proves its value on a daily basis offering unmatched levels of efficiency and reliability,” said Marlin Dailey, vice president of Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “The 737-900ER will fit seamlessly into Turkish Airlines’ operations, sharing the same pilots, systems and nearly 100 percent spares commonality with the airlines’ current Next-Generation 737 fleet. We are also very proud to provide Turkish Airlines’ new 737s with the Boeing Sky Interior, which will be a perfect complement to the carrier’s high levels of service and passenger comfort.”

All of the new Turkish Airlines’ Next-Generation 737 airplanes will be fitted with the latest 737 Boeing Sky Interior. Based on the cabin design of the 787 Dreamliner, the all-new Sky Interior features soft blue overhead lighting, contemporary sculpted sidewalls and window reveals that draw passengers’ eyes to the airplane’s windows, giving passengers a greater connection to the flying experience. The new design offers larger, pivoting overhead stowage bins that add to the openness of the cabin. The bins give more passengers room to store carry-on luggage near their own seats, adding both extra convenience and extra legroom.

Based in Istanbul, Turkish Airlines is one of the fastest growing and prosperous airlines in the world. It carries approximately 25 million passengers a year, with direct flights to 120 international and 37 domestic destinations. The airline was founded in 1933 with a fleet of five airplanes that carried a total of 28 passengers. The airline made its first domestic flight in 1933 and the first international flight in 1947.

Source: Boeing
Picture: Rob Vogelaar ZAP16 Group

USAF Bagram Airmen respond to aircraft emergency

3/8/2010 - BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (AFNS) – Airmen assigned to the 455th Expeditionary Maintenance Group here were some of the first responders on the scene after an Airbus A300 crew performed an emergency landing March 1 here.

The aircraft, contracted to DHL International, was carrying mail and cargo when an unsafe gear indicator alerted the crew to a problem.

The crew touched down after a visual inspection by tower members to ensure the landing gear was extended. Upon landing, the main landing gear collapsed and the aircraft slid to a stop between the runway and a taxi area.

“We were actually accomplishing some work on the flightline when the incident occurred,” said Tech. Sgt. Alexander Figliola, a 455th EMXG crash and recovery technician. “A call came over the radio for an in-flight emergency notification system for all emergency responders to come to the flightline.”

Sergeant Figliola, deployed from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, said as the aircraft touched down it appeared to be all right, but as it settled on the ground and slowed its airspeed, the left side landing gear collapsed and the aircraft began to slide down the runway. He said it finally came to a stop between the runway and a taxiway.

“We were cleared on the runway so we all rushed to the scene not really knowing what to expect,” Sergeant Figliola said. “When we arrived at the aircraft, people were sliding down the emergency slide and the fire department was putting out a small fire around the engine. We were relieved because the situation could have been much worse.”

Once the scene had calmed, Sergeant Figliola’s team began to assess damage to the aircraft and airfield. They also discussed how to move the large aircraft and restore air traffic to the flight line.

“As soon as we saw that everyone was all right, we automatically started discussing the location and what we were going to need to get the aircraft out of the way,” he added. “We knew that we had a lot of prep work ahead of us. We began to coordinate with other units on base to get the heavy equipment and supplies needed to get it out of the way.”

Sergeant Figliola explained the primary mission of crash and recovery is to respond to incidents of this nature and assess damage to aircraft. They also remove damaged aircraft.

This particular incident provided unique challenges because although the team is trained on all air frames, their primary mission had been fighter aircraft. They needed to make adjustments to compensate for the size, weight and location of the aircraft, and the weather.

“Weather was one of the key factors to how we were going to move the plane,” said Sergeant Figliola, a native of Beverly Hills, Fla. “It was raining and the ground was pretty soft, that along with the weight of the aircraft that was still loaded with cargo and fuel made it pretty messy.”

The crash and recovery team, with help from the 455th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, the U.S. Army and members of other 455th EMXG flights used a 120-ton, civilian-contracted crane to raise the left wing of the aircraft, he explained.

Sergeant Figliola said once the left wing was raised, a 40-foot flatbed trailer substituted as the left side landing gear and a heavy expanded mobile tactical truck, normally used to tow up armored vehicles and heavy equipment, pulled the aircraft approximately 100 feet to a taxiway parallel to the active runway.

“Our crash and recovery team responds to all in-flight emergencies to ensure the safety of the aircrew and the aircraft while also ensuring runway operability,” said Lt. Col. Jacqueline Mongeon, the455th EMXG deputy commander.

Colonel Mongeon, deployed from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., said the crash and recovery team responds to any aircraft incident in a six country region and is trained to handle any airframe. They constantly perform periodic preventive maintenance on their equipment and accomplish training to ensure they are prepared for incidents like this; although, they would prefer there not be a need.

“It was truly a joint effort,” she added. “Our team performed superbly. After their initial assessment of the incident they developed a plan to ensure the safety of the ground personnel, lift and move the aircraft and re-open the runway to large frame aircraft as expeditiously as possible. They were able to accomplish all of this within 24 hours of being tasked.”

“I can’t say enough about the crew that I worked with,” Sergeant Figliola said. “None of us had a great deal of hands-on experience with such a large airframe, but we all worked together to accomplish the mission and get the runway operational as safely and efficiently as possible.”

An Airbus A300B4-203F cargo plane, reportedly registered TC-ACB, ACT Airlines/DHL Airways suffered a landing mishap at Bagram Air Base (BPM), Afghanistan. It came to rest on the left runway shoulder of runway 03, approximately 500 ft north of taxiway Charlie and just south of the 3000 feet remaining distance marker.
It has been reported that the airplane suffered a collapse of, presumably the left hand, main undercarriage.

Source: USAF by Staff Sgt. Richard Williams
455th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force photo by/Tech. Sgt. Jeromy K. Cross

New departure procedure for Airbus A380 Singapore Airlines at London-Heatrow

Heathrow, NATS*, Singapore Airlines and Airbus have launched an improved departure procedure for the Airbus A380, saving even more fuel, emitting even less CO2 and remaining within the airport’s strict noise procedures. This new procedure saves an additional 300kg of fuel per flight, equating to one metric tonne of emissions of CO2 on a flight to Singapore, as well as reducing NOx emissions.

The companies worked together over the last year to develop the new airline procedure, which has been put into place immediately. A380s departing Heathrow now use less power when taking off, saving fuel and reducing NOx emissions. Once a height of 1,500 feet has been reached, the aircraft uses flexible acceleration up to 4,000 feet, before continuing its journey.

“The A380 represents the most significant step forward in reducing aircraft fuel burn and resultant emissions in four decades whilst offering greater comfort on board,” said Tom Williams, Executive Vice President Programmes, Airbus. “In fact, the A380 consumes less than three litres of fuel per passenger per 100 km.”

The A380 is also significantly quieter than other large aircraft. It produces half the noise energy at takeoff and cuts the area exposed to equivalent noise levels around the airport runway by half. At landing the A380 is producing three to four times less noise energy, contributing significantly to reduce the noise impact whilst enabling the airline to carry more passengers per flight.

Jane Dawes, Operational Noise and Air Quality Manager from Heathrow said, “The Airbus A380 is already the most fuel efficient aircraft in commercial service, burning 17 per cent less fuel per passenger than other large aircraft. By 2020 one in ten flights at Heathrow could use A380s. It is important that we work constantly with our airlines to improve operating processes, and the introduction of these new departure procedures demonstrates our commitment to reducing emissions.”

Said Captain Gerard Yeap, Senior Vice President Flight Operations, Singapore Airlines, “Our cooperation with Heathrow, NATS and Airbus goes to show what can be achieved when stakeholders share the same goal of reducing carbon emissions and fuel burn. Singapore Airlines is committed to playing its part in ensuring greener skies and sustainable air travel, and we hope this partnership will serve as a model for airport operators and governments elsewhere in the world.” 

CO2 and fuel benefit is mostly coming from the new sequence of actions, i.e. early acceleration at 1,500 ft with green-dot up to 4,000 ft. Green dot being approximately the best lift to drag ratio speed, it provides in general the lowest fuel consumption up to 4,000 ft.

NOx benefit is coming from switching from TOGA to FLEX procedures. TOGA procedure is a procedure where the thrust lever is on the “Take-off Go-Around” position, meaning full thrust is used.. A FLEX procedure is when the thrust lever is on the “MCT/FLEX” position for take-off, meaning the thrust is adapted (reduced) to the actual aircraft take-off weight, in order to decrease engine stress and increase its under-wing life.

Singapore Airlines has now adopted optimum FLEX and early acceleration at 1,500 ft with green dot up to 4,000 ft as the current departure procedure.

* NATS provides air traffic control services to aircraft flying in UK airspace, and over the eastern part of the North Atlantic

Boeing and United Airlines Finalize 787 Order

SEATTLE and CHICAGO, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) and United Airlines (Nasdaq: UAUA) have finalized an order for 25 787-8 jetliners. The agreement includes the opportunity to purchase another 50 Dreamliners.  

“Boeing and United Airlines share an 80-year partnership,” said Jim Albaugh, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “United, which launched the Boeing 777, now begins a new chapter with the 787 Dreamliner, the most technologically advanced commercial jetliner ever built.”

The order is valued at $4.2 billion at average list prices.

“United’s Boeing 787 order represents a substantial investment in our future and will enhance the significant progress we are making in improving the global competitiveness of our company while providing the opportunity to open new profitable markets and serve a broader range of international destinations,” said John Tague, president of United Airlines.

United expects to take delivery of the 787s at the same time it will begin to retire its Boeing 747s and 767s operating on international routes.  

The 787 Dreamliner, currently in flight test, will provide greater fuel efficiency, allowing airlines to add new, nonstop city pairs and the additional frequencies that passengers prefer.

The 787 also promises a more comfortable flying experience for passengers. Its innovations include a new interior environment with improvements in air filtration, higher cabin pressurization resulting in reduced physical fatigue, larger windows, more stowage space, improved lighting and other passenger-preferred conveniences.

The technologically advanced 787 will also provide airlines with up to 45 percent more cargo revenue capacity

Including United Airlines, 57 customers around the world have ordered 876 Dreamliners, making the 787 the fastest-selling new commercial jetliner in history.

Source and picture: Boeing

BAE Systems to offer AVRO RJ85s to Russian Airlines

Moscow, Russia – BAE Systems announced today that it will offer Russian airlines the Avro RJ85 regional jetliner as an immediate replacement for ageing aircraft operated on domestic and regional routes.

A fleet of 13 ex-Lufthansa RJ85s are coming back off-lease to BAE Systems beginning in March and continuing through to 2011.  This particular variant is certificated under the Russian Interstate Aviation Committee airworthiness rules and so is capable of being operated in Russia and CIS countries.

Russian airlines have long recognised the value and utility of the ‘100-seat’ regional jet sector and over 320 aircraft in this category are currently operational, but with an average age of 22 years.

Among these are nearly 200 Russian aircraft, such as the Tupolev Tu-134 and Yakovlev Yak-42 which are nearing the end of their useful lives, are relatively fuel inefficient and have high operating costs and are, in some cases, noise restricted and so unable to be operated to and from the European Union.

New modern generation Russian and CIS designed and built replacement aircraft will not be available in the volume production quantities necessary for some years to come. The Antonov An-148 has only just entered service, while the Sukhoi Superjet is still going through its certification programme.

A key element of the BAE Systems offer is that whilst the RJ85 can provide immediate capacity to help solve airlines’ needs, this used aircraft solution is complementary to the aspirations of the Russian aerospace industry as it gradually gears up to volume production to offer replacement aircraft in sufficient numbers.

Nigel Benson, Director Sales and Leasing for BAE Systems Asset Management said today: “Our offering to Russian airlines is simple. We know they urgently need capacity now as the existing aircraft will not remain in service for much longer. The RJ85 is affordable and is fully backed by BAE Systems with a complete suite of support services.”

He added: The ex-Lufthansa RJ85 aircraft are naturally to a high specification with 93 seats and are fully European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) compliant. They are fitted with long-range tanks and are to a common specification. They are fully Stage 3 noise complaint and are capable of meeting the proposed Stage 4 limits. With a long service life remaining, they will make ideal interim aircraft for airlines that are waiting for locally produced aircraft to come on stream over the next five years.”

BAE Systems Regional Aircraft provides its customers with managed solutions for aircraft portfolios, fleet support and engineering. In addition to a trading portfolio of over 200 aircraft, a proven track record in aircraft remarketing and lease management services and a broad base of aircraft support solutions, Regional Aircraft also provides engineering expertise for both commercial aircraft and defence platforms.

Source: BAE

China Eastern Airlines in search for new investors

China Eastern Airlines, the nation’s second largest carrier by fleet size, said it has rolled out the red carpet for potential strategic investors after completing a merger with former local rival Shanghai Airlines.

The restructuring between China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines was officially wrapped up yesterday for a total of more than 150 billion yuan. The consolidated new carrier has a fleet size of 331 aircraft and will operate flights to 151 cities across the world, including New York, Los Angeles, Paris and Frankfurt.

“The completion of the transfer of capital assets only marks the first phase of restructuring and we expect China Eastern to further enhance its international competitiveness through, for example, strategic cooperation,” said Meng Jianmin, deputy chief of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission.

Ma Xulun, general manager of China Eastern, said the carrier has been actively looking for strategic partners. “We welcome all strategic partners who are committed to investing and developing the new China Eastern,” said Ma.

Ma refused to give any details or a timetable for the introduction of future strategic partners, but both he and Meng referred to the high debt-asset ratio of the carrier, which saw falling revenues and recorded high fuel-hedging losses last year.

The carrier has lowered its debt-asset ratio to 95 percent, 20 percent down from 2009 figures, according to Meng, but still higher than Air China’s 76.41 percent and China Southern Airlines’ 85.73 percent.

Market observers still regard Singapore Airlines as an appropriate candidate to be a strategic investor, despite its abortive cooperation with China Eastern in August 2008. Singapore Airlines and its majority owner Temasek Holdings agreed in November 2007 to buy a 24 percent stake in China Eastern for $920 million, but the deal was rejected by China Eastern’s minority shareholders because the price was too low.

GOL Airlines selects Rockwell Collins to provide data link system and multi-mode receiver for its Boeing 737 fleet

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (February 08, 2010) - Brazil’s GOL Airlines has selected Rockwell Collins to provide CMU-900 Communications Management Unit (CMU) for its fleet of Boeing 737NG airplanes. In addition, the airplanes will also be equipped with the company’s advanced GLU-925 Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR). Deliveries will begin in early 2010.

“GOL’s standards of safety, comfort and affordability for their passengers, as well as the need to equip their fleet for an evolving future airspace were, key factors in selecting Rockwell Collins for data link and MMR capabilities,” said Jeff Standerski, vice president and general manager of Air Transport Systems for Rockwell Collins. “These are smart investments that will provide operators the advanced functionality and proven technology that will help GOL’s fleet perform at its best now and for years to come.”

The CMU-900 enables state-of-the-art digital communications between aircraft systems, pilots, airlines IT infrastructure, and various operations control functions. This enhances an airline’s ability to more effectively communicate and manage airline operations.

The CMU-900 also will be certified in January 2011 for the European Link 2000+ Protected Mode ATN CPDLC mandate which begins in January 2011. The CMU-900 was the first communications management unit to participate in the European Link 2000+ Controller to Pilot Data link Communications (CPDLC) trials, which validated the use of advanced digital communications for Air Traffic Control communications. 

The advanced GLU-925 Multi-Mode Receiver is the first MMR certified for precision landing using either Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) or Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). The GLU-925 is the primary navigation sensor for all phases of flight, including the stringent Required Navigation Performance (RNP) requirement of 0.1 n.m.

Source: Rockwell Collins

First Airbus A330 joins Sichuan Airlines’ all-Airbus fleet

Airbus today delivered to Sichuan Airlines the very first widebody aircraft, an A330-200, to add capacity to its existing all-Airbus Single Aisle fleet. The A330 is the first of three brand new Airbus A330-200s that Sichuan Airlines has leased from the Netherland’s-based AerCap Aviation Solutions.

While expanding its regional and international network, Sichuan Airlines intends to compete on high density routes with the most modern and cost-effective widebody aircraft on the market. The fleet of A330s will be deployed on domestic trunk routes from the airline’s home base of Chengdu to major cities such as Beijing and Shenzhen; on regional routes within Asia and on international long haul routes from Chengdu to Europe. The A330s will be configured in a comfortable two-class lay-out with 36 first class and 209 economy seats.

This delivery comes as a key milestone for Sichuan Airlines after successfully operating A320 Family aircraft for the last 15 years. Airbus aircraft share a unique cockpit and operational commonality, allowing airlines to use the same pool of pilots, cabin crews and maintenance engineers, bringing operational flexibility and resulting in significant cost savings. Today, Sichuan Airlines operates 44 Airbus A320 Family aircraft (13 A319s, 21 A320s, 10 A321s).

“In the past decades, Sichuan Airlines has evolved from a regional airline to a national airline connecting Chengdu to all provinces across China as well as more than 20 popular tourist destinations. The reliable and efficient Airbus Single-Aisle aircraft were decisive in this success. It was then a natural choice for us to select the A330s to help us to become one of the top five Chinese airlines,” said Mr. Lan Xinguo, Chairman of Sichuan Airlines.

“We are delighted to support the rapid expansion of our old friends at Sichuan Airlines. We believe the low operating cost and excellent cabin comfort of the A330s will be key ingredients for the airline’s continuing success,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer Customers.

During its long standing relationship with Airbus, Sichuan Airlines has recorded a number of premieres in China. The airline was the first to introduce a fly-by-wire aircraft, an A320 in 1995, the first to operate an A321 and is flying the first A320 assembled at FALC in Tianjin. In order to operate the newly built A330 fleet in a more efficient and cost-effective way, Sichuan Airlines was also the first Chinese airline to sign for the Airbus Flight Hour Services (FHS), a customized service with strong support from Airbus’ worldwide customer services system.

Hong Kong Airlines to order six A330-200s

Hong Kong Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airbus for six A330-200 aircraft. The latest commitment will increase the number of A330s ordered by the airline to 23. Hong Kong Airlines intends to use the A330-200s to develop new services to destinations across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as to the Middle East and Europe.

“The A330-200 offers the perfect range and size capability to enable us to expand into new medium and long haul markets,” said Yang Jian Hong, President, Hong Kong Airlines. “With these aircraft in our fleet we are aiming to create new standards in comfort and service and to establish our company as a premium brand in new international markets.”

“This latest commitment from Hong Kong Airlines underscores once again the popularity of the A330 as the right aircraft right now for quality airlines across the world,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “The A330 remains the most efficient aircraft in its size category flying today, providing airlines with the ability to maximise profit potential on a wide range of operations.”

Established in 2006, Hong Kong Airlines currently operates a full service network linking Hong Kong with destinations in mainland China and the Asian region. In addition to A330s, the carrier also has 30 single aisle A320 aircraft on firm order for future delivery.

Rolls-Royce share of Turkish Airlines V2500 order worth up to $170 million

Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has won a share of an order from Turkish Airlines (THY), the national carrier of Turkey, for V2500 engines to power 20 firm and 10 option Airbus A320 family aircraft. The order is worth up to $170 million to Rolls-Royce.

The V2500 is produced by the International Aero Engines consortium (IAE) in which Rolls-Royce is a senior shareholder. IAE’s other partners are Pratt & Whitney, the Japanese Aero Engines Corporation and MTU Aero Engines.

The aircraft, scheduled for delivery between 2011 and 2013, will be used to facilitate growth in the THY network. The airline currently operates a fleet of 45 IAE-powered aircraft. The 20 firm aircraft comprise six A319s and 14 A321s.

The 22,000 – 33,000lb thrust V2500 powers the Airbus A319, A320 and A321 family of aircraft as well as the Airbus Corporate Jetliner. Nearly 6,000 V2500 engines are in service or on firm order worldwide.

Source: Rolls Royce

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