SaudiGulf Airlines select CFM LEAP-1A engine

Al-Qahtani Aviation, parent company of Saudi Gulf Airlines, and CFM International have signed a purchase agreement for LEAP-1A engines to power 10 firm, 10 option A320neo family aircraft that are scheduled for delivery in 2023. The airline is also leasing an additional 20 LEAP-powered A320neo aircraft with delivery of first aircraft planned for 2020.