Widebody Orders Highlight Strategies Of U.S. Big Three, revealing how United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines are positioning themselves for the next phase of long-haul market development through sharply contrasting fleet and financial philosophies.
Delta Air Lines Orders Airbus A330neo And A350 Aircraft, confirming a firm commitment for 31 next-generation widebody jets as part of its long-term international fleet strategy. The order consists of 16 Airbus A330-900 aircraft and 15 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, further strengthening Delta’s widebody portfolio and reinforcing its strategic relationship with Airbus.
Singapore Airlines A350 Suffers Tail Strike During Go-Around following a landing attempt at Singapore Changi Airport, highlighting the operational risks associated with unstable approaches and missed landing procedures.
Egyptair A350-900 MSN 767 Returns From First Flight, representing a major step forward in the airline’s long-haul fleet modernization strategy and Airbus’ A350 production program. The aircraft completed its maiden flight on 22 January 2026, operating under Airbus test registration F-WZGZ, before returning successfully following standard flight-test procedures.
Air Europa Finalizes Airbus A350-900 Order, officially completing the Memorandum of Understanding covering 40 Airbus A350-900 aircraft that was originally signed at the Dubai Airshow 2025. The agreement was finalized during the Fitur Tourism Fair in Madrid, marking a major milestone in the Spanish carrier’s long-term fleet renewal strategy.
Air France Prepares For Airbus A350-900 Delivery as the carrier continues to modernize its long-haul fleet with next-generation widebody aircraft designed to improve efficiency, range, and passenger comfort. The upcoming delivery supports Air France’s broader strategy of renewing capacity while maintaining operational consistency across its intercontinental network.
EgyptAir is set to expand its long-haul fleet with the addition of three Airbus A350-900 aircraft through a sale-and-leaseback agreement with BOC Aviation, marking a significant step in the airline’s widebody modernization strategy. The aircraft, which will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, are scheduled to begin delivery in 2025 under long-term operating and finance leases.
Delta Air Lines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, further expanding its next-generation widebody fleet. The aircraft, identified by Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 747, is an A350-941 variant powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines. The delivery represents another milestone in Delta’s long-term commitment to modern, fuel-efficient aircraft that strengthen its global network.
Delta Air Lines has announced the launch of a landmark new route between its primary hub in Atlanta (ATL) and Riyadh (RUH), set to begin in October 2026. The move marks Delta’s entry into the Middle East market, furthering the airline’s long-term global expansion strategy and aligning with the growing commercial and economic partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Air France has announced a major expansion of its global operations for the Winter 2025–26 season, running from November 2025 through March 2026, marking another milestone in the airline’s ambitious global growth strategy. The French flag carrier will operate nearly 800 daily flights, reaching close to 170 destinations across 73 countries, while advancing its premium-service initiatives and digital transformation across…
