Air Astana recently signed a memorandum of understanding for up to 50 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including a firm order of 25 and options for 25 more. This is Air Astana's largest order ever, enabling a major modernization of its fleet.
The agreement is a mixed order encompassing both A320neo and A321neo models, with deliveries beginning in 2031. The majority of the aircraft will be configured as the Airbus A321LR – Air Astana is one of the first airlines to offer a premium cabin configuration on this aircraft in its pioneering long-haul routes to Asia and Europe. Over the past five years, Air Astana has set an industry benchmark for new operators worldwide with its A321LR operations.
Peter Foster, CEO of Air Astana, stated, "Air Astana's new order of Airbus A320neo Family aircraft reflects our long-standing commitment to operational efficiency and service excellence. The Airbus A320neo Family has enjoyed tremendous success with Air Astana over the years, and I am confident that the new fleet will continue to drive sustainable growth and long-term profitability." Air Astana introduced its first Airbus A320ceo in 2006, primarily operating domestic routes and international routes to and from Central Asia and the Caucasus. The company welcomed its first next-generation A320neo Family aircraft in November 2016. Subsequently, the first Airbus A321LR joined the fleet in September 2019 and was deployed on long-haul routes between Asia and Europe.
The Air Astana Group currently operates a fleet of 62 aircraft, including 59 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, serving its full-service airline Air Astana and low-cost carrier Flying Lion Air.