As we hit the end of the financial year, orders are flowing in. First up is China Airlines who have signed a firm order for the Airbus A350-1000.
The order is for ten A350-1000s, finalising a commitment announced by the airline in December 2024.
The new A350-1000s will fly long-haul routes to North America and Europe and will provide full operational commonality with the airline’s existing A350-900 fleet, with the aircraft able to fly up to 9,700 nautical miles / 18,000 kilometres non-stop, powered by Rolls Royce engines.
China Airlines operates various Airbus aircraft types on its full-service network. The airline already operates a fleet of 15 A350-900s on long-haul routes to Europe and the US, as well as on selected services to destinations in Asia and the Pacific.
In addition, it operates 15 A321neo and 16 A330s on services in the region.
In Quotes
Kao Shing-Hwang, Chairman of China Airlines, said:
“Our investment in the A350-1000 supports our international growth strategy and reflects our commitment to improving the travel experience for our passengers. We are confident that the A350-1000, with its superior range, fuel efficiency and comfort, will play a key role in transforming our long-haul operations.”
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business, said:
“We welcome China Airlines to our fast-growing family of A350-1000 operators. As an early adopter of the A350-900, China Airlines has played a pioneering role in embracing cutting-edge aviation technology. By choosing the A350-1000 Long Range Leader, the world’s most advanced long haul aircraft, China Airlines continues to elevate its fleet, bringing superior efficiency and comfort to the forefront of long-haul travel.”
More to come
With the end of the fiscal year for a lot of companies, we are expecting more than a few announcements today. Stay tuned – we’ll bring you news as we get it.
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