The all-new Emirates A350 aircraft has started commercial flights to its first destination, Edinburgh.
Emirates A350 to Edinburgh
Emirates marked a significant milestone yesterday as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh.
The inaugural flight took off at 1526 hours local time from Dubai (DXB) on 3rd January 2025 and landed in Edinburgh (EDI) at 1918 hours. The Emirates A350’s arrival in Edinburgh follows the airline’s resumption of services to Scotland’s capital in November 2024. The airline operates 14-weekly flights to Scotland, including an A380 service to Glasgow.
This marks a pivotal moment in Emirates’ journey as we introduce the A350 into service. Our first Airbus A350 making its maiden journey to Edinburgh also underscores the strategic importance of the UK within our global network. The Emirates A350 offers the best of our latest inflight products, with new features and enhancements in every cabin. As we continue to expand our A350 fleet, we’re not just adding new aircraft – we’re setting new standards for global air travel.
Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates said.
Passengers travelling in Business Class onboard the inaugural flight enjoyed the special delicacies of Scotland with the airline’s specially curated menu featuring dishes like rich broccoli and Lanark Blue cheese soup made with Lanark Blue cheese produced in Ogcastle, Lanarkshire; a Scottish smoked salmon dome, paired with caviar, dill, cranberries, and a citrus dressing; tender seared Angus beef fillet from Aberdeen; Balmoral chicken served with traditional tatties and neeps; and a delicious cranachan cheesecake topped with raspberry coulis.
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Economy Class passengers also enjoyed a refreshing potato champ salad with Scottish smoked salmon, cheddar cheese with Nairn’s oat biscuits and Walker’s shortbread biscuits.
Starting the new year with a brand-new aircraft is exactly the way we want to bring in 2025 at Edinburgh Airport. It’s a privilege to welcome the A350 to Scotland and to see Emirates selecting the Edinburgh to Dubai route for its maiden journey. It’s a clear show of confidence in the route and of the importance that Emirates places on a modern aircraft, raising the standards for passenger experience.
Kate Sherry, Chief Commercial Officer (Aero), Edinburgh Airport said.
The aircraft
Emirates currently has two A350-900 aircraft in its fleet, with 63 more to be delivered. The aircraft features 32 lie-flat Business Class seats, 21 Premium Economy seats and 259 standard Economy Class seats.
Emirates has announced that starting 8th January 2025, the airline’s A350s will be deployed on flights EK853/854 to/from Kuwait & flights EK837/838 and EK839/840 to/from Bahrain. Additionally, the aircraft will gradually be deployed on flights to Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Colombo, Muscat, Lyon and Bologna.
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