Al Jaber Aviation (AJA), the new aviation division of the Al Jaber Group, has placed a new order for two Airbus Corporate Jetliners (ACJs), which adds to a previously undisclosed order of two A318 elites. This order makes AJA the largest customer of the Airbus ACJ Family in the Middle East locale.

“Our Airbus ACJ Family aircraft will offer private travel in unprecedented comfort and style, providing families and companies with a new way to fly,” says Al Jaber Group Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Al Jaber. He continues, “In addition to the huge improvement in space and comfort, high-end travelers in the Airbus ACJ Family will also benefit from separate cabin-zones and unmatched freedom of movement in flight.” he adds.

The A318 is the newest and most affordable Airbus corporate jet, and features a state-of-the-art cabin designed by Lufthansa Technik. The designs were based from the popular A319 airliner and it has a seating capacity of 18 passengers.

“And because the A318 Elite and Airbus ACJ are part of the world's most modern airliner family,” as written in a Airbus press release, “they also deliver a stream of benefits to customers. These include a robust long-lasting airframe that holds its value well, modern and reliable systems proven in millions of hours of airline service, and an advanced aerodynamic design powered by modern and efficient engines.” 

Airbus corporate jetliners have over 150 orders to date, comprising of more than 100 ACJs and around 50 VIP wide bodies. These jets charter flights all over the world, including Antarctica.