Abra signs MoU for five A350-900s

Abra Group (majority investor of Avianca and Gol) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for five A350-900s to further expand its international long-haul operations and increase capacity. The group stated that the order is in line with its “strategic plans to offer millions of passengers greater connectivity to new destinations on long-range routes”. “We are delighted to announce this agreement with Airbus. We believe the arrival of these five A350s, which offer a best-in-class passenger experience, are more fuel efficient and have a lower cost per seat than competitor aircraft, will allow us to strengthen our commitment to make travel more accessible and responsible,” said  Adrian Neuhauser, CEO of Abra Group. “This also means better prices for customers with better connectivity between our continent and Europe, and will further consolidate Abra as one of the largest and most competitive air transportation groups in Latin America. The aircraft selection is consistent with the strategic announcements we have done this year and further executes on our long term vision.” Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, executive vice president sales of Airbus commercial aircraft business said: ""We are delighted to see the Abra Group endorsing the A350 to continue its mission of strengthening air connectivity between Latin America and the rest of the world. The selection of the A350 reaffirms the aircraft as the undisputed leader in long-haul air travel.”