13 May 2019: Azul Linhas Aereas has received its first A330neo in Americas from Avolon on lease. It has become the first airline from the Americas to fly the A330-900.The aircraft is the first of 15 A330neo ordered by Avolon.
The airline will use the A330neo to expand its international route network between Brazil and Europe and the United States. It has three-class cabin accommodating 34 business class, 96 economy Xtra and 168 economy class seats.
"We are very proud to be the first A330neo operator in the Americas. This new aircraft will play a key role in the expansion of our international markets supporting our strategy of having a modern and fuel-efficient fleet," said John Rodgerson, Azul's CEO.
"With its many new features and an Airspace cabin, the A330neo can only add to Azul's many travel awards," said Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer. "Innovation packed, superior passenger comfort and 25 per cent fuel efficiency all rolled into one - that's the A330neo."
Azul is a Brazilian carrier which was founded in in 2008. It serves 108 destinations across South America, the United States and Portugal.