Airbus News
easyJet and Airbus trial new corporate SAF partnership to stimulate growth of SAF industry
easyJet and Airbus are trialling a new model to help business travellers address their carbon footprint and stimulate global SAF production. SAF is expected to be a critical lever in decarbonising the aviation sector, offering an estimated 80% reduction in carbon lifecycle emissions on average compared to conventional jet fuel.
Singapore Airlines To Elevate Premium Travel Experience
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is investing S$1.1 billion in a multi-year programme to install its all-new long-haul cabin products across 41 Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range (ULR) aircraft, redefining the premium travel experience on its network. In a significant milestone, the Airline will introduce a luxurious First Class cabin in its seven A350-900ULR aircraft, setting new industry benchmarks for travel on the world’s longest routes. Designed with increasingly discerning travellers in mind, these plush First Class seats promise to deliver an unparalleled in-flight experience.
Riyadh Air places firm order for 60 Airbus A321neo Family aircraft
Riyadh Air, the new premium international airline based in Saudi Arabia, has placed a firm order for 60 A321neo Family aircraft. The agreement was signed at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, marking a significant milestone for Riyadh Air. The signing ceremony was attended by His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Chairman of Riyadh Air, Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Aircraft at Airbus and Benoit de Saint-Exupery, Executive Vice President Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
QANTAS INTERNATIONAL NETWORK TO GROW WITH 220,000 MORE SEATS, NEW AIRCRAFT AND NEW ROUTE
Qantas is boosting its international network with new aircraft and a new destination, as well as schedule changes which will better utilise its fleet and support growing customer demand in key Asia Pacific and US markets. From February 2025, the national carrier will add around 220,000 seats to its international network over 12 months compared to its current schedule. This is made possible by the launch of its new Brisbane – Palau route, the return of two Airbus A380s following maintenance and cabin modifications, as well as the arrival of more next-generation A220 aircraft for QantasLink.
Cebu Pacific orders 70 A321neo
Cebu Pacific of the Philippines has placed a firm order with Airbus for 70 A321neo, finalising an MoU announced by the airline in July. The purchase agreement was signed in Manila by Mike Szucs, CEO of Cebu Pacific and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business at Airbus.
Cathay Group orders the A330neo
Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has placed a firm order with Airbus for 30 A330-900 widebody aircraft. The order follows a thorough evaluation by the airline under its mid-size widebody fleet renewal programme. The newly-ordered aircraft will enable Cathay to modernise its earlier generation A330-300 fleet and expand its operations on high capacity regional routes. The aircraft will also offer flexibility to serve longer range destinations. As with all A330neo aircraft, the fleet will be powered by the latest generation Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines.
WIZZ AIR REVEALS SPECIAL 20th ANNIVERSARY LIVERY AIRCRAFT
Wizz Air, the most environmentally sustainable airline globally* , recently welcomed its 132 Airbus A321neo aircraft in a special anniversary livery during a delivery ceremony at the Airbus factory in Hamburg. The new aircraft with tail number 9H-WNM will join the Wizz Air Malta fleet operating across nearly 200 destinations. The unique livery was designed by Éva Kerényi, the winner of the design competition Wizz Air ran last year, encouraging talent from across the world to create a livery for one of its Airbus A321neo aircraft.
Lufthansa City Airlines starts flight operations with A320neo on June 26
Lufthansa City Airlines, the youngest airline in the Lufthansa Group, will commence flight operations on June 26, 2024. The first flight VL2508 is scheduled to take off from Munich at 09:10 a.m. local time with an Airbus A320neo heading for Birmingham. Passengers can look forward to the proven Lufthansa customer experience and one of the most modern and efficient aircraft for short and medium-haul flights.
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Finnair completes rollout of its €200 million new long-haul cabin
Finnair has successfully completed the rollout of its new €200 million-euro long-haul cabin renewal, with all long-haul aircraft now refurbished. The project included the launch of an entirely new Business Class seat, a brand-new Premium Economy cabin, and a refreshed Economy Class, giving customers the ultimate onboard experience.
TAP’s Transatlantic Trio - Airline celebrates five years of flights to Chicago, San Francisco and Wa
TAP Air Portugal is giving a ‘High Five’ to a trio of its transatlantic routes, with flights to Chicago, San Francisco and Washington celebrating their five-year anniversaries this month. In June 2019, TAP doubled its US destination offering, launching flights to Chicago, San Francisco and Washington D.C. from its Lisbon hub.
Preparing for the A321XLR’s entry into service
The A321XLR’s ongoing certification and flight-test campaign is now in its final stages. As well as debriefing after the airlines’ recent route-proving flights, attention is also being focussed on ensuring that the first operators will have everything that they will need in terms of airworthiness compliance and operational support on day-one. This includes especially the technical documentation and the strategic spares and on-site expert support – to enable the airlines’ smooth operations with the longest-range Airbus Single-Aisle airliner.
Korean Air finalises order for 33 A350s
Korean Air has become a new customer for the A350 Family following the signature of a firm order with Airbus for 33 aircraft. The order covers 27 A350-1000s and six A350-900s.