Air India (AI, Delhi International) has issued a tender for the dry-lease of fifteen A320ceo and/or neo aircraft for delivery between now and 2017.

The aircraft should be no older than six years of age, must be powered by CFM56-5B4/3s (for CEO) or CFM LEAP1A26s (for NEO) engines, and must have an available capacity of 180 seats. Lease duration is for up to twelve years.

The deadline for submissions is February 8, 2016.

Air India is expected to take delivery of fourteen A320neo aircraft on dry-lease between 2017 and 2019.