Nepal Airlines Signs MOU for Two Airbus Aircraft

Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to buy two Airbus A320 aircraft equipped with Sharklet fuel saving wing tip devices.

“For a landlocked nation, aviation really is our window to the world and the world’s window to us. Nepal offers explorers, trekkers and pleasure seekers a wide range of cultural, ecological and outdoor pursuits. Adding the A320 to our fleet, will help us to capitalise on tourism growth and to enhance our network using the most fuel efficient aircraft available,” said Madan Kharel, Managing Director, Nepal Airlines Corporation.

The A320 is fully equipped to benefit from Required Navigation Performance (RNP) allowing the aircraft to fly precisely along predefined routes using state-of-the-art onboard navigation systems. This is particularly useful for operations at high altitude airports which are constrained by mountains such as Kathmandu.

John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer, Customers, said, “The A320 is the most capable and efficient aircraft that can serve challenging airports like Kathmandu. The Sharklets will deliver 4% less fuel burn, so for a landlocked nation such as Nepal, these aircraft will be a lifeline and economic driver for prosperity. We are delighted to welcome Nepal Airlines as our newest customer.”

NAC was incorporated on 1 July 1958 through the enactment of the Nepal Airlines Corporation Act. 1962. The airline currently flies to four international destinations and 25 domestic locations in the heart of the Himalayas.