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China Eastern Airlines Orders 101 Airbus A320neo Aircraft

3/26/2026

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China Eastern Airlines announced on March 25, 2026 a multibillion-dollar order for 101 Airbus A320neo aircraft, valued at about $15.8 billion, including a substantial price discount from Airbus.
The deal is pending approvals from shareholders and state authorities, with deliveries planned from 2028 through 2032.
Airbus previously secured orders for 148 A320 aircraft from other Chinese airlines, while a Boeing–China deal remains uncertain.

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China Eastern Airlines announced on March 25, 2026 a multibillion-dollar order for 101 Airbus A320neo aircraft, valued at about $15.8 billion, including a substantial price discount from Airbus.
The deal is pending approvals from shareholders and state authorities, with deliveries planned from 2028 through 2032.
Airbus previously secured orders for 148 A320 aircraft from other Chinese airlines, while a Boeing–China deal remains uncertain.