Uzbekistan’s pioneering private airline, Qanot Sharq, is set to see the addition of five state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo aircraft.
A lease agreement with Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) will see the airline receive three A321-200neo XLRs and two A321-200neo LRs. This further bolsters its fleet and expands its international reach.
Deliveries are scheduled for 2026 and 2027, sourced from Air Lease Corporation’s existing order book with Airbus.
Growth in the Uzbek Aviation Market
This significant investment underscores Qanot Sharq’s commitment to growth and innovation within the Uzbek aviation market.
The acquisition of these advanced aircraft marks a crucial step in the airline’s long-term vision to broaden its destination network.
Nosir Abdugafarov, Owner of Qanot Sharq Airlines gave his comments on the new acquisition and its relevance to operations. “We are excited to expand our partnership with Air Lease and take a significant step forward in expanding our fleet with these new Airbus A321neo LR and XLR aircraft,”
“These state-of-the-art aircraft will allow us to open new routes. It will improve fuel efficiency, and provide an enhanced travel experience for our passengers.”
“As Uzbekistan’s first private airline, we are dedicated to growth and innovation. This agreement represents a key milestone in our long-term vision to expand our destination network while maintaining our commitment to exceptional service.”
Airbus A321neo XLR
The Airbus A321neo family, known for its exceptional performance, range, and fuel efficiency, is a strategic choice for Qanot Sharq.
The XLR variant, in particular, offers extended range capabilities, opening up exciting new possibilities for the airline’s route network. These additions will not only enhance connectivity for the Uzbek market. They state-or-the-art aircraft also allow Qanot Sharq to offer a superior travel experience to its passengers.
“We are pleased to further strengthen our partnership with Qanot Sharq and support the airline’s continued growth with the addition of five new Airbus A321neo LR/XLR aircraft,” commented AJ Abedin, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Air Lease Corporation.
“As the airline successfully executes its expansion, these new A321neo jets will enhance its network reach while delivering exceptional performance, range, and fuel efficiency, enabling the airline to provide high quality service to the Uzbek market.”
About Qanot Sharq
Qanot Sharq, led by a team of experienced aviation professionals, currently operates from multiple regional airports across Uzbekistan. The airline provides both scheduled and charter services to a diverse range of international destinations.
Its current network spans across the MENA region, including Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Jeddah, Medina, and Sharm El-Sheikh. The APAC region is covered with flights to Phuket, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc; and Europe, connecting Uzbekistan with Budapest, Prague, and Milan.
The arrival of the new A321neo aircraft is poised to further expand this network, connecting Uzbekistan to even more corners of the globe.
This strategic expansion reinforces Qanot Sharq’s position as a key player in the evolving landscape of Central Asian aviation.
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