By David Kaminski-Morrow2021-04-28T09:17:00+01:00
Finnair intends to adopt temporary measures to manage its single-aisle fleet after putting narrowbody modernisation plans on hold while the pandemic crisis persists.
Prior to the pandemic the airline had been discussing particularly the introduction of Airbus A320neos or “similar aircraft” from other suppliers, said chief executive Topi Manner during a first-quarter briefing.
“Narrowbody investment still part of our long-term plans, but not actually for the next couple of years,” he says.
“So instead, in terms of fleet management, we’ll be working with life extensions and optimisation of the fleet.”
The airline, which has postponed deliveries of remaining Airbus A350s, says the time horizon of the remaining fleet investment plan – including the narrowbody renewal – will be “reassessed”.