Condor Orders Additional Four A330-900s from Airbus

German leisure carrier Condor announced a new order for four A330-900 widebody aircraft from Airbus. The new aircraft will be delivered between 2029 and 2031 and will bring the type’s fleet to 25 long-range jets.

According to the company, the oversight committee approved the additional order this week, which is expected to be added to Airbus’ backlog in the next deliveries and orders report.

Condor currently has 18 A330-900s in its fleet, but will receive three more aircraft by the end of 2027. The jets are configured with 310 seats in three classes: 30 in business class, 64 in premium economy, and 216 in economy.

“By ordering additional long-haul aircraft, we intend to open up new opportunities in the international business and continue the successful strategy of growth seen in recent years,” said Peter Gerber, CEO Condor.

This summer flight schedule, we are offering our customers a completely standardized product to all long-haul destinations for the first time. The consistently positive customer feedback and operational stability prove that we are on track to continue relying on the A330neo in the future.

Condor also agreed to an option to purchase four more A330neos, while the company stated that it has not yet decided whether to place further orders in the future.

The Neu Isenburg, Hesse-based carrier was founded in 1955 and was formerly owned by Lufthansa. In 2019, its then-parent company, the British Thomas Cook Group, went bankrupt, but Condor was bailed out by the German government and remained in operation.

Its flight network includes destinations in Europe, Africa, North and Central America, and a route to Bangkok, Thailand. In addition to the 18 A330neos, it flies 23 A320s, 19 A321s, two A319s, and seven Boeing 757-300s.

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