Virgin Atlantic Completes Order for 10 Airbus A330s

Virgin Atlantic has ordered six A330-300 long-range aircraft from Airbus, and is leasing a further four from AerCap. The contract was formally completed on 30 December 2009.

The aircraft are Virgin Atlantic's first A330s and will help the airline strengthen services between the United Kingdom, North America, the Caribbean, Africa and Asia.

Virgin's A330-300s will seat up to 270 in Upper Class, Premium Economy and Economy, and will be the launch aircraft for revolutionary onboard cabin innovations in every class.

"The A330s are adding immense operational flexibility to Virgin's modern fleet and at the same time fit in with our commitment to invest in today's most environmentally efficient aircraft," said Steve Ridgway, Chief Executive, Virgin Atlantic Airways.

Virgin Atlantic became an Airbus operator in November 1993. To date, Virgin operates six A340-300s and 19 A340-600 aircraft. Virgin is also a customer for six A380s.

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