Sichuan Airlines (China) has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A350-900 aircraft, serial number 649. This aircraft is powered by advanced Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
Emirates (UAE) has taken delivery of a new A350-900 aircraft, serial 704, which is powered by Trent XWB-84 enginesproduced by Rolls-Royce. This addition marks a milestone for Emirates as it incorporates the highly efficient A350-900 into its modern fleet, expanding its long-haul capacity and supporting its sustainability goals.
IndiGo (India) has announced a significant expansion of its widebody fleet with a firm order for 30 additional A350-900 aircraft, bringing its total order for this type to 60. This milestone represents a critical part of IndiGo’s long-term international expansion plans, as the airline aims to tap into growing demand for intercontinental travel.
EgyptAir has finalized a deal with AerCap (Ireland) to extend leases on five B777-300ERs by 18 months. These aircraft will remain in the fleet until the arrival of the first of ten A350-900s, which are not expected until late 2025. In parallel, the first of 18 B737-8s leased from Air Lease Corporation (US) is scheduled to arrive in early 2026.
SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) has entered into a multi-year agreement with Lufthansa Technik, designating its Malta-based subsidiary as the primary provider for base maintenance of SAS’s growing Airbus A350 fleet. The program will commence in 2026, supporting the airline’s long-haul operations with world-class MRO services.
EgyptAir, the flag carrier of Egypt, has signed a new purchase agreement with Airbus to acquire ten A350-900 aircraft, marking a significant step in the airline’s long-haul fleet modernization strategy. This order will expand EgyptAir’s current fleet of around 70 aircraft and represents a decisive move toward enhancing its widebody capabilities.
Emirates, the Dubai-based flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken delivery of an Airbus A350-900, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 713. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, which are among the most efficient large civil aero engines in service today, designed to deliver lower fuel burn and reduced emissions.
Turkish Airlines has become the first airline globally to utilize the Sompo AXIS Aviation Finance Insurance product to finance its new aircraft, signaling a unique innovation in aviation financing. The carrier applied the solution to the acquisition of two aircraft: one Airbus A350-900 and one Airbus A321neo.
Delta Air Lines, the major U.S. carrier, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, serial number 722, as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their high efficiency, low emissions, and long-range performance.
Airbus has recorded significant commercial activity in March 2025, securing a diverse mix of narrowbody and widebody aircraft orders, while simultaneously cancelling a major order previously placed by Go First, an Indian low-cost carrier undergoing insolvency proceedings.
