Overview
- AerCap will purchase six Airbus A330-900s at delivery from Virgin Atlantic’s existing orderbook and lease them back for long-term operation.
- Deliveries are scheduled from the second quarter of 2026 to the fourth quarter of 2027.
- The aircraft will refresh transatlantic services with larger Premium and Upper Class cabins, including additional Retreat Suites.
- Virgin Atlantic says the structure supports fleet renewal and lower emissions by introducing newer, more efficient widebodies.
- AerCap describes the A330neo as highly sought after for its range and economics, reinforcing the lessor’s scale following its 2021 GECAS acquisition.