Posted: Mon 18th Nov 2019

Emirates Airline orders 50 Airbus A350XWB jets

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales
This article is old - Published: Monday, Nov 18th, 2019

Airbus and Emirates Airline have signed a purchase agreement for 50 A350-900s – Airbus’ newest generation widebody aircraft.

The order was signed at Dubai Airshow2019 by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum and Guillaume Faury, Airbus Chief Executive Officer.

HH Sheikh Ahmed said: “Today, we are pleased to sign a firm order for 50 A350 XWBs, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines.

This follows a thorough review of various aircraft options and of our own fleet plans.

It is Emirates’ long-standing strategy to invest in modern and efficient aircraft, and we are confident in the performance of the A350 XWB.

“Complementing our A380s and 777s, the A350s will give us added operational flexibility in terms of capacity, range and deployment. In effect, we are strengthening our business model to provide efficient and comfortable air transport services to, and through, our Dubai hub.”

“We are honoured by Emirates’ strong vote of confidence in our newest widebodyaircraft, taking our partnership to the next level.

The A350 will bring unbeatable economics and environmental benefits to their fleet,” said Guillaume Faury, Airbus Chief Executive Officer. 

“We look forward to seeing the A350 flying in Emirates colours!”

 

 

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