CEB takes delivery of first A320 w/ Sharklets

CEBU, Philippines - Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has taken delivery of its first A320 equipped with Sharklets.

Sharklets are newly designed wing-tip devices allowing airlines to reduce fuel burn by up to 4% on longer sectors. They are an option on new-build A320 Family aircraft, and are standard on all members of the A320neo Family.

Cebu Pacific now operates 34 A320 Family aircraft, and has 48 more on order for future delivery, comprising 18 A320ceo and 30 A321neo.

“In line with our strategy to operate the youngest, most-modern fleet possible, we are delighted to become one of the first airlines in the world to introduce the A320 with Sharklets,” said Lance Gokongwei, CEB President and CEO. “Thanks to the 4% fuel savings offered by the Sharklets, we will further benefit from the A320 Family’s unbeatable operating costs, making sure we remain competitive by offering low fares, together with the most extensive route network, to our passengers.”

Sharklets are made from light-weight composites and are 2.4 meters tall. Sharklets offer the flexibility to A320 Family operators of either adding around 100 nautical miles more range or allowing increased payload capability of up to 450 kilogrammes. (FREEMAN)