Massive Airbus Flagship Order Placed by Secret Client
In the vibrant city of Hamburg, Airbus made waves at the 2025 Paris Air Show with a flurry of new orders for its flagship A350 aircraft. The deals, spanning three variants of the A350, have set the stage for a bright future in the aviation industry.
AviLease, a prominent leasing company, put pen to paper on a deal that sees them adding 22 A350F freighters to their fleet, along with a hefty 55 A320neo Family aircraft. This deal signifies a strong commitment from AviLease to both freight and passenger operations moving forward.
EGYPTAIR, the national airline of Egypt, unveiled a firm order for six Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This order aligns with EgyptAir's ambition to cater to expanding long-haul demands from Cairo while boosting fuel efficiency. The A350-900 offers a comfy ride, boasting features like wider seats, higher ceilings, and customizable ambient lighting. The aircraft also supports operations with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, aiming for 100% SAF capability by 2030.
STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwanese airline, upped its widebody game by purchasing an additional ten A350-1000 aircraft. Known for its efficiency and passenger comfort, the A350-1000 has proven to be a popular choice for STARLUX.
Riyadh Air, a strategic player in Saudi Arabia's aviation scene, also made its presence felt by placing an order for 25 A350 wide-body jets.
In the end, Airbus secured a cool $21 billion in new aircraft orders at the show, with the A350 variants playing a pivotal role in that success. These orders reflect Airbus's robust position in the global market and the persistent demand for the A350's unique blend of operational efficiency, passenger comfort, and sustainability.
To summarize the orders announced at the Paris Air Show:- AviLease locks in 22 A350F freighters- EGYPTAIR order 6 A350-900s- STARLUX commit to 10 more A350-1000s- Riyadh Air signs up for 25 A350 wide-bodies
These orders underscore the resilient demand for the A350 family across both cargo and passenger sectors, reinforcing Airbus's supremacy in the widebody aircraft market at the 2025 show.
[1] AviationPros.com, Airbus secures orders at Paris Air Show worth €16.5 billion
[2] FlightGlobal.com, Airbus reports €21bn in orders at Paris Airshow 2025
[3] Airbus.com, Airbus extends fuel efficiency lead with break-through commitment from five airlines for hydrogen-powered aircraft
[4] Reuters.com, Airbus to test hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft by 2035
[5] STARLUX Airlines press release, STARLUX Airlines signs Memorandum of Understanding for up to 25 aircraft with Airbus
- The leasing company, AviLease, has shown its commitment to finance both freight and passenger operations by signing a deal to add 22 A350F freighters and 55 A320neo Family aircraft to its fleet.
- The aerospace industry witnessed a significant move by STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwanese airline, as they reinforced their position in the industry by purchasing an additional ten A350-1000 aircraft, a decision driven by the finance sector.