All Nippon Airways places order for at least 77 aircraft to meet growing demand

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has placed substantial orders with the world’s three largest commercial aircraft makers, planning to introduce up to 77 new aircraft into its fleet – 68 firm orders and nine options. The Japanese airline group is gearing up to accommodate a growing number of passengers, particularly on routes to Japan. 

Strengthening long-haul capabilities 

To enhance its long-haul operations, ANA has ordered 18 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, powered by General Electric’s GEnx engines. The airline group has identified its international network as a key driver of future growth, particularly on routes between Asia and North America. This expansion is further supported by the ongoing development of Tokyo-Narita International Airport (NRT). ANA projects a 50% increase in its capacity on these routes by the 2030 fiscal year, with available seat kilometers (ASK) expected to rise by approximately 1.5 times compared to FY2023. 

Enhancing domestic flexibility 

On the domestic front, ANA will integrate Embraer E-Jets into its fleet for the first time, having placed an order for 20 E190-E2 aircraft—15 firm orders and five options. These jets, which the Japanese carrier defines as “technologically advanced regional jets”, will allow ANA to better respond to fluctuations in demand while optimizing costs and improving overall profitability. Deliveries are expected to commence in the 2028 fiscal year.  

Expanding single-aisle fleet and growth plans for low-cost carrier Peach 

ANA has placed additional orders for 14 Airbus A321neo and 12 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, including eight firm orders and four options. These aircraft are due to help modernize ANA’s existing fleet and improve operational efficiency. 

ANA is also investing in its low-cost subsidiary, Peach Aviation. The budget carrier will receive 10 Airbus A321neo aircraft to rejuvenate its fleet and three A321XLR aircraft, enabling it to serve longer-haul destinations. All of Peach’s new A321s will be powered by CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and operational range to support further growth within the ANA Group. 

Fleet modernization strategy 

Additionally, ANA has exercised purchase options it secured in 2020 for five Boeing 787-9 aircraft and in 2019 for 10 Boeing 737-8s. The airline group emphasizes that these acquisitions will not only allow it to respond effectively to market demand but also facilitate the resumption of its fleet renewal efforts, which had been put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“This order will be the catalyst for improving the profitability of domestic flights and the expansion of international flights which is an area of future growth of our airline business,” Koji Shibata, President and CEO of ANA Holdings commented. “We will fully utilize this opportunity in order to become an industry-leading airline with sustainable growth.” 

By the 2030 fiscal year, ANA aims to operate a fleet of approximately 320 aircraft, including 120 Boeing Dreamliners. The airline also anticipates that 91% of its fleet will consist of next-generation aircraft, reinforcing its commitment to modernization and sustainability. The post All Nippon Airways places order for at least 77 aircraft to meet growing demand appeared first on AeroTime.

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