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Brussels Airlines is set to expand its Airbus A320neo fleet with the addition of three new aircraft by the summer of 2026. This move will increase the airline's total number of A320neos from five to eight. The additional aircraft will replace older models, specifically the Airbus A319s, which have an average age of 19.8 years.
The introduction of these new planes is part of Brussels Airlines' strategy to modernize its fleet and improve capacity on short-haul routes. The airline plans for two of the new A320neos to replace existing A319s, while the third will be used for expansion purposes. Each A320neo can accommodate 180 passengers, compared to 141 seats in the A319.
Dorothea von Boxberg, CEO of Brussels Airlines, highlighted several benefits: "Being able to add extra brand-new aircraft is a win-win-win: by replacing older aircraft by the most fuel-efficient aircraft on the market, we reduce our impact on the environment. We are also growing our fleet, which creates extra jobs and improves connectivity for Belgium."
