SalamAir, Oman's low-cost carrier, has announced the addition of its newest Airbus A321neo to its fleet. The aircraft was named "Muttrah" following a public vote in which the company's customers and followers took part via Instagram.
A press release published on the SalamAir website said that with the arrival of this aircraft, the SalamAir fleet rises to 14 aircraft, affirming the airline's continued commitment to enhancing its operational efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of its operations.
The aircraft is equipped with advanced, highly efficient CFM LEAP-1A engines, which help reduce fuel consumption per seat by up to 20%, in addition to significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions.
The aircraft also complies with global environmental standards, achieving a 50% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions and cutting noise levels by more than 15 decibels compared with the standard adopted by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
The aircraft has 212 seats with a modern interior design that includes USB charging ports at every seat, and an operating range of up to 4,000 nautical miles, giving SalamAir greater flexibility in operating medium- and long-haul flights.
On this occasion, Adrian Hamilton-Manns, CEO of SalamAir, said that the addition of the new A321neo to the fleet is an important step to strengthen the airline's operational capacity in preparation for peak seasons.
He added that the new aircraft gives the airline greater operational flexibility and strengthens its ability to keep to flight schedules and improve its operational performance indicator. He said that with the addition of this aircraft and another expected later this month, the average age of the fleet will fall from 5.6 years to about 4.8 years, making SalamAir one of the airlines with a modern fleet in the region.
The addition of the A321neo supports SalamAir's comprehensive strategy, which focuses on modernizing the fleet, expanding its network of destinations and raising operational efficiency. With a newer and more efficient fleet, the company is fully prepared to explore new markets, increase flight frequencies to high-demand destinations, and contribute more to the growth of the aviation and tourism sectors in the Sultanate of Oman.
SalamAir currently operates a fleet of 14 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft and runs more than 80 flights a day. In 2025, the company will strengthen its fleet by taking delivery of an additional aircraft in August. It also announced in February 2025 an order for 10 additional aircraft, as part of its plan to grow its fleet to 25 aircraft by 2028.
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