Edelweiss is taking its first step towards modernizing its short-haul fleet after acquiring an Airbus A320neo from sister carrier Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS).
On August 19, 2025, Edelweiss confirmed its fleet will increase by two aircraft with the introduction of an Airbus A320 in October 2025, and an A320neo in March 2026.
The A320-200, registered HB-JLQ, was delivered to the SWISS in 2011, while the A320neo arrived in 2020 and has remained in storage in Zurich since 2023.
Edelweiss said that the fleet expansion is “strengthening” its position, with the Airbus A320neo, the successor model to the Airbus A320.
“I am delighted that Edelweiss is continuing to develop on short- and medium-haul routes and that we are taking an important step towards modernizing our short-haul fleet with the first Airbus A320neo. The aircraft combines state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly technology with greater comfort for our guests,” said Bernd Bauer, CEO of Edelweiss.
The addition of two short-haul aircraft will increase the number Edelweiss operates to 16 planes. According to ch-aviation, the airline also operates five A340-300s and two A350-900s
The two A350-900s are the first of six, previously operated by LATAM Airlines, which the airline will use to replace its ageing A340-300 fleet.