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Virgin Atlantic confirms order for ten A-330 aircraft

Blagnac, France - Four of them will be served in leasing

British based Virgin Atlantic Airways, has bought six A-330/300 long-range aircraft from Airbus, and is leasing a further four from AerCap. The contract was formally completed on December 30th, 2009, following an initial announcement earlier in June. The aircraft are Virgin Atlantic’s first A-330s, and underscores a commitment by the carrier to invest in today’s most eco efficient aircraft. The...

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Rome, Italy, 01/11/2010 15:51
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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