America’s greenest aircraft is in Tampa Bay

Frontier Airlines proudly introduced a new aircraft at TIA.

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Frontier Airlines launches new fuel efficient aircraft.

Photo by @tpaaviation

We’ve got our head in the clouds...literally. Tampa International announced Frontier Airlines is bringing its brand new aircraft – the Airbus A321neo to the airport. This fuel-efficient airplane is powered by an ultra-efficient GTF engines created by Pratt & Whitney.

Built to be “America’s greenest aircraft,” Frontier’s new ride features a delivery of around 120 miles per gallon per seat compared with the industry rate of 51 miles per gallon per seat, according to Sierra Magazine. This mileage boost will help significantly reduce fuel consumption, and decreases the company’s impact on the environment

Talk about love at first flight and an adventure that awaits. The plane also shows off brand new uniform to commemorate the launch.

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This new Airbus is ready for take-off.

Photo by @airwolf63

After the plane’s completion, Frontier CEO Barry Biffle flew from Hamburg, Germany, to deliver the aircraft to Tampa International Airport. After final checks and inspections, this Airbus will be taking off later this week.

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