Originally Posted by
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There’s a reason why the 319 slowed down selling many years ago. Airbus started offering the 319NEO before they signed the JV with Bombardier on the CS100/300. Nobody is buying 319NEOs.
In my opinion, either get the A220 if you really need a 150 seater, or just build your business model around the 320/321 segment and avoid 319s altogether. The only reason the company decided to renew leases on the older 319s we have, it’s because they got them at a bargain. They’re not on property for the long run.
The 319NEO is a great plane. With practically no orders; deep discounts and earlier availability might be the deciding factor. Without a significant 319NEO order; the plane would be out of production. Just my opinion.
Keeps Spirit with one aircraft type and breaths new life into an Airbus Product. Win for both companies. You will be sure to see more Airlines buying the A319NEO now.