FARNBOROUGH—Abra Group has signed a memorandum of understanding for five Airbus A350-900s.
The deal was announced by the two companies on the sidelines of the Farnborough Airshow July 25.
Abra Group is the main shareholder of Colombian airline Avianca and Brazilian LCC Gol. Avianca currently has an Airbus narrowbody fleet but operates 15 Boeing 787s in its long-haul network, according to the Aviation Week Network Fleet Discovery database.
“We believe the arrival of these five A350s, which offer a best-in-class passenger experience, are more fuel efficient, and have a lower cost per seat than competitor aircraft, will allow us to strengthen our commitment to make travel more accessible and responsible,” Abra CEO Adrian Neuhauser said. He did not elaborate on whether or not the A350s will replace the 787s or complement them.
Gol has an all-Boeing 737-fleet.
In addition to the A350s for Abra, Avianca has outstanding orders for 98 A320neo aircraft. Gol is awaiting delivery of 98 more 737 MAXs, although the company is currently in insolvency proceedings.
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