UK's low-cost carrier EasyJet has confirmed an order for 15 Airbus A320s and switched a deal for the delivery of 20 A319s to the larger A320 to help it gain share in the European market. Sources also said on Tuesday it had secured options over a further 33 A320 aircraft, taking its total number of options to 42, and strengthening its relationship with the European manufacturer. It currently operates 185 A319 aircraft and eight Boeing 737-700 aircraft. EasyJet said it had been granted a substantial price concession from Airbus and its engine maker on the total list price of about USD$1.1 billion for the 15 A320s. EasyJet, which switched alliance from Boeing to Airbus in 2002, said it continued to maintain a productive dialogue with the US manufacturer on its current and future programmes.
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