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Abra Group Firms 50 A320neos, Adds A330neo Leases, Moves to Launch Chile ACMI Unit, Preps U.S. IPO

The Latin American holding is aligning fleet growth with a Chile‑based ACMI approach to boost flexibility and reduce operating costs.

An Avianca A320neo. (Photo: AirlineGeeks | Ben Suskind)

Overview

  • Abra confirmed 50 additional Airbus A320neo jets, bringing the type to 138 for the group and assigning them to Avianca with Airbus Airspace cabins and bespoke RECARO premium seats.
  • The group lined up up to seven Airbus A330-900neos, including five to be dry‑leased from Avolon for 2026 delivery, with final operator allocation within the portfolio to be decided.
  • Including GOL’s 96 737 MAX commitments, Abra now counts 234 narrowbodies in its backlog, with A320neo deliveries expected from late 2025 through 2032.
  • The company began filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on October 15 as it prepares for a potential initial public offering.
  • Abra confirmed an AOC application in Chile for NG Servicios Aéreos to operate ACMI and charters, and a GOL‑liveried 737‑800 bearing Chilean registration and “Operated by NG Servicios Aéreos” was reported, indicating possible early wet‑lease activity.