Wizz Air considers delaying delivery of up to 100 Airbus planes amid ongoing engine issues

Wizz Air operates an all-Airbus fleet and has faced significant challenges with Pratt & Whitney engines powering its latest aircraft models. Inspections and repairs caused by a manufacturing defect in the PW1000G engine have led to grounding almost a quarter of its A321neo fleet. These issues are expected to persist until at least the end of 2027.

In response to operational difficulties and strategic changes—including closing its Abu Dhabi-based subsidiary—Wizz Air has also reduced its order for A321XLRs from more than 40 units down to just 10-15 aircraft. The remaining orders will be shifted toward other variants within Airbus’ single-aisle lineup.

Currently, according to ch-aviation data, Wizz Air’s active fleet includes 141 narrowbody jets averaging just over eight years old: 17 A320-200s, 33 A321-200s, and 91 next-generation A321neos. The carrier still holds outstanding orders for another 276 aircraft—234 standard A321neos and up to 42 A321XLRs before planned reductions—which could nearly triple its current fleet size upon completion.

Simple Flying has reached out to both Wizz Air and Airbus for further comment on these developments and will provide updates as new information becomes available.