SalamAir welcomes new Airbus A321neo to expand its operations

SalamAir has received its newest aircraft, an Airbus A321neo named “Muttrah” -which was chosen through an Instagram vote by our passengers and followers.

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This new addition brings SalamAir’s fleet to 14 aircraft and further strengthens the airline’s commitment to efficient operations, enhanced passenger comfort, and environmental responsibility.

Powered by advanced CFM LEAP-1A engines, the A321neo offers significant sustainability and performance benefits, including up to 20% reduction in fuel burn per seat and lower CO emissions. The aircraft also meets the highest environmental standards, with NOx emissions cut by 50% and noise levels reduced by over 15 decibels compared to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations.

Adrian Hamilton-Manns, chief executive officer of SalamAir, said: “The addition of this new A321neo to our fleet marks a key milestone in boosting our operational capability ahead of the peak travel season. This aircraft will provide us with greater flexibility to uphold schedule reliability and further improve our on-time performance (OTP).” He added: “With this addition and another aircraft expected later this month, the average age of our fleet will decrease from 5.6 years to approximately 4.8 years. Operating one of the youngest fleets in the region supports our focus on efficiency, reliability, and delivering greater value to our guests.”