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CALC Orders 30 Airbus A320neo Family Jets With Conversion Rights

The purchase lifts the lessor’s Airbus backlog to 282 aircraft, preserving placement optionality through a conversion clause.

With over 19,000 orders globally, the A320 family is the world’s most popular single-aisle aircraft

Overview

  • Deliveries are scheduled through 2033, aligning with CALC’s multi‑year fleet plans.
  • The agreement is CALC’s fifth order with Airbus, bringing its total Airbus commitments to 282 jets, including 203 from the A320 family.
  • Terms allow the 30-aircraft commitment to be converted to other A320 family variants to match airline customer demand.
  • CALC framed the deal as supporting a next‑generation, future‑ready fleet for its global client base.
  • Airbus emphasized the A320neo Family’s efficiency, citing at least 20% lower fuel burn and compatibility with up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel.