The Romanian airline Tarom has found a buyer for its four Airbus A318-100s. The British company 3TOP Aviation Services, which specializes in the dismantling of aircraft, will purchase the aircraft.
The sale is part of a comprehensive restructuring that Tarom has initiated after years of financial difficulties. The Airbus A318s that were added to the fleet between 2006 and 2007 will be used as spare parts donors in the future. Only one A318 currently remains in regular operation.
The airline has previously taken steps to improve its financial situation, including closing ticket offices in 12 cities and reducing its fleet. The sale of the A318 is intended to help Tarom focus on its remaining aircraft and future business opportunities. The move will reduce the number of Airbus A318s still in operation worldwide to just 26 aircraft.