Delta Airlines has placed an order with Airbus for A350-1000s. These aircraft will help the airline expand its long-haul network.
A350-1000s incoming!
Delta has placed an order for 20 A350-1000s, with the airline having an option for 20 more. The airline currently operates a fleet of 28 A350-900s, with 16 more on order. With this order, Delta now has 36 A350s due for delivery, bringing the A350 fleet to over 60 by the end of the decade. The A350-1000s will start joining the Delta fleet in 2026.
The A350-1000 will be the largest, most capable aircraft in Delta’s fleet and is an important step forward for our international expansion. The aircraft complements our fleet and offers an elevated customer experience, with more premium seats and best-in-class amenities, as well as expanded cargo capabilities.
said Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer, Delta Airlines.
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The aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, a more powerful variant of the engine that operates on the A350-900. The A350-1000s will be 20% more efficient than the aircraft they will replace. Delta also entered into agreement with engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce to service the XWB-97 engines.
We are thankful for Delta’s continued confidence in Airbus’ solutions to meet its fleet needs. Delta now welcomes the A350-1000, which will open even more opportunities for the airline and its customers. We are proud that our aircraft serve the entirety of Delta’s impressive global network as this stellar airline takes fleet efficiency to the next level.
said Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial Aircraft Business of Airbus.
The aircraft will primarily be operated in long-haul markets and international hubs in support of Delta’s international expansion. The airline is even expecting to operate the largest international schedule in its history this year.
Delta’s A350-1000s will feature Delta One Suites, Delta Premium Select and Delta Comfort+ in addition to Main Cabin. The aircraft will have 15% more premium seats than the retiring aircraft.
Delta now has 284 narrowbody and 48 widebody aircraft on order for delivery in coming years.
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