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It’s not a fancy trend, but a must – both commercial aviation and maritime transportation operators are introducing more sustainable solutions. International regulations in both sectors are set to become increasingly harsher in the future, in order to stay on track with the next-zero carbon goal. But that doesn’t mean that passenger comfort is pushed to the side, and Condor’s new A330neo proves it.
A fleet of A330neo widebody aircraft is on the way to bringing some much-needed fresh air to the German airline Condor. The older-generation airliners will be replaced by these bold alternatives that claim to reduce harmful emissions by an impressive 25% and lower costs as well.
But it’s not all about eco-friendly performance. Each of these giants of the sky will boast Condor’s award-winning Airspace cabin – good for the Earth, good for passengers.
Condor dubbed its A330neo “the 2-liter aircraft” because it only burns 2.1-liter (0.55 gallons) of fuel per 100 km (62 miles) per passenger. It claims that this is drastically lower than the industry average. And that’s not all. The A330neo is already compliant with the 2028 CO2-emission reduction targets, and it’s said to be the only one in the world right now to boast that.
Two key elements that are responsible for this performance are the aircraft’s optimized aerodynamics and its Rolls-Royce engines. Build with longer, improved wings and sharklets (the curved extensions at the tips of the wings) the A330neo benefits from better airflow, which in turn helps lower fuel consumption.
The Trent 7000 engines add to that capability, and are even designed to be compatible with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). That will be possible when commercial aircraft are finally given the green light to run on 100% SAF, and when that happens, emission levels will drop to zero.
Even for now, the conclusion sounds good: this new-generation widebody will operate with 20% fewer CO2 emissions on the same routes, meaning it doesn’t compromise on range and power.
As for what’s going on inside the A330-neo, Condor passengers are promised no less than “the world’s quietest cabin” for an airliner this size. There’s also more room and privacy for passengers, whether we’re talking Business, Premium Economy or Economy.
Like most aviation operators these days, the German airline also added an upgraded air system to supply the 310 people onboard with fresh, clean air. And, of course, entertainment-related upgrades were also a must. The fuel-efficient widebody will feature high-speed connectivity and the best of multimedia technology.
And, just in case you were wondering about the unusual stripes, this is the Condor’s fleet new livery, inspired by tropical vacations (yes, this includes beach towels, umbrellas, and ice cream shops).
The first A330neo is already in Condor’s hands, with 15 more to come.
But it’s not all about eco-friendly performance. Each of these giants of the sky will boast Condor’s award-winning Airspace cabin – good for the Earth, good for passengers.
Condor dubbed its A330neo “the 2-liter aircraft” because it only burns 2.1-liter (0.55 gallons) of fuel per 100 km (62 miles) per passenger. It claims that this is drastically lower than the industry average. And that’s not all. The A330neo is already compliant with the 2028 CO2-emission reduction targets, and it’s said to be the only one in the world right now to boast that.
Two key elements that are responsible for this performance are the aircraft’s optimized aerodynamics and its Rolls-Royce engines. Build with longer, improved wings and sharklets (the curved extensions at the tips of the wings) the A330neo benefits from better airflow, which in turn helps lower fuel consumption.
The Trent 7000 engines add to that capability, and are even designed to be compatible with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). That will be possible when commercial aircraft are finally given the green light to run on 100% SAF, and when that happens, emission levels will drop to zero.
Even for now, the conclusion sounds good: this new-generation widebody will operate with 20% fewer CO2 emissions on the same routes, meaning it doesn’t compromise on range and power.
As for what’s going on inside the A330-neo, Condor passengers are promised no less than “the world’s quietest cabin” for an airliner this size. There’s also more room and privacy for passengers, whether we’re talking Business, Premium Economy or Economy.
Like most aviation operators these days, the German airline also added an upgraded air system to supply the 310 people onboard with fresh, clean air. And, of course, entertainment-related upgrades were also a must. The fuel-efficient widebody will feature high-speed connectivity and the best of multimedia technology.
And, just in case you were wondering about the unusual stripes, this is the Condor’s fleet new livery, inspired by tropical vacations (yes, this includes beach towels, umbrellas, and ice cream shops).
The first A330neo is already in Condor’s hands, with 15 more to come.
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