AerCap and Egyptair have signed documents converting seven leases for Airbus A320neos into leases for seven Airbus A321neos.
Speaking at the Dubai Airshow, AerCap CEO Aengus Kelly said: "We are very pleased to continue supporting EGYPTAIR's narrowbody fleet renewal. These new generation Airbus aircraft, with additional capacity, will strengthen Egyptair's fleet for many years to come. We look forward to working with the Egyptair and Airbus teams as these aircraft deliver."
Ahmed Adel, chairman and CEO of Egyptair, added: "We are pleased to welcome the first Airbus A321neos, as we continue to reconfigure our fleet.
"Over the past few years, we have established a strong and sustainable partnership with AerCap that allows us to continue to offer our customers the service and comfort they are used to.
"We continue to progress the introduction of the best-in-class service, and we thank AerCap for supporting our airline's fleet renewal strategy and vision."