‍KLOTEN — The Swiss leisure carrier, Edelweiss (WK), a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group (LH), will expand its fleet of short-haul aircraft with the delivery of five Airbus A320neo aircraft in 2027 and 2028. The A320neo are currently in service with another LH Group airline, Austrian Airlines (OS). 

Fleet Modernization

The addition of these A320neo aircraft to WK’s fleet symbolizes the leisure carrier’s ambitious fleet modernization plans. It is indeed aimed at growing a fresh, more efficient, and environmentally friendly operating fleet.

Aviation Source News reports that three of the five aircraft will replace Edelweiss’s oldest Airbus A320s. Three aircraft with registrations HB-IHX, HB-IHY, and HB-IHZ have been in service with WK for 26 years. 

These older aircraft will be replaced with newer, fuel-efficient A320neo models. The other two A320neos enable WK to expand its fleet. The expansion will allow the airline to increase capacity on its expanding route network. WK flies to various leisure destinations both within and beyond Europe.

Airbus A320neo Aircraft 

The A320neo will benefit WK. It is known for cutting-edge technology, featuring Pratt & Whitney engines that deliver superior fuel efficiency and reduced noise levels. Enhanced aerodynamics, including wingtip sharklets, minimize drag, enabling longer ranges and more economical operations.

These next-generation aircraft will also allow WK to operate efficiently at airports with shorter runways or in high-temperature regions, ensuring operational stability. The move will help position WK as a leading commercial operator at Zurich Airport (ZRH).