Royal Jet orders the ACJ320neo
December 14, 2024
Abu Dhabi-based global private jet operator RoyalJet has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Corporate Jets for the purchase of three new ACJ320neo aircraft, as well as ‘purchase rights’ (eg options) for six additional ACJ320neo aircraft. No delivery timeline was revealed.
Royal Jet was established in 2003 and currently operates a fleet of nine Boeing B737-700BBJs and three Bombardier Global Express business jets. Acquisition of the ACJ320neo reflects a growing demand for private jets in both regional and global markets and marks RoyalJet’s determination to introduce a new travel experience to the private aviation market, focusing on comfort and sustainability.
Airbus claims that the ACJ320neo offers the largest cabin in its class, with the largest cross section giving superior passenger comfort. The aircraft incorporates the latest technologies, and offers high reliability coupled with lower fuel burn and lower carbon emissions. The ACJ320neo has a range of up to 6,750 nautical miles, allowing intercontinental flights and enabling it to operate between city pairs such as London – Buenos Aires or Los Angeles – Santiago de Chile.
The MoU was signed by Shafiul Syed, RoyalJet CEO, and Chadi Saade, President of Airbus Corporate Jets, during the tenth MEBAA (Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association) Show, held at Dubai World Central (DWC) from 10-12 December 2024.
Chadi Saade, the President of Airbus Corporate Jets, said that: “With this first significant agreement for the ACJ320neo, RoyalJet will be the newest customer of the Airbus Corporate Jets family. As a leader in the premium private aviation sector, we are delighted with RoyalJet’s decision to select the ACJ for the next stage of their growth. The ACJ320neo, with its unmatched cabin space, superior comfort, and cutting-edge technology, will enable RoyalJet to provide exceptional travel experiences for its customers, at the lowest fuel burn of any aircraft in its class. It is the perfect choice for connecting business leaders where it matters, when it matters – fostering trade, collaboration, and innovation across global business communities. We will support RoyalJet’s introduction of this new aircraft type into its fleet and look forward to supporting its continued success.”
Shafiul Syed, the CEO of RoyalJet said that: “The business aviation market and the demand for private jets are growing. As part of our unwavering commitment to provide the RoyalJet brand of service excellence to customers, we are constantly looking at how we can further elevate our level of service and add a new dimension into our market offering. We are looking forward to progressing this deal in the near future and be able to deliver a whole new travel experience to customers. We wish to thank our counterparts at Airbus Corporate Jets for working closely with us in making this MoU possible.”
