The Taiwanese airline, China Airlines, has ordered an additional five Airbus A350-1000s, bringing the total orders to 15. The aircraft will join the carrier’s current fleet, comprised of 15 A350-900s that operate on the company’s long-haul route network.
“The expansion of our A350-1000 fleet marks another significant step in our long-term growth strategy. The A350’s outstanding efficiency and passenger comfort align with our goals of fleet modernisation, improving long-haul competitiveness, and delivering a superior travel experience to our customers”, stated Kao Shing-Hwang, President of China Airlines.
“We greatly appreciate our long-standing partnership with China Airlines. This follow-up order is a strong vote of confidence in the A350-1000, perceived as the right aircraft for China Airlines’ future ambitions. Its new-generation cabin comfort, efficiency, and range will bring even greater value to the airline and its passengers”, explained Benoit de Saint-Exupéry, Executive Vice President of Commercial Aircraft Sales at Airbus.
The A350 is the world’s most modern widebody aircraft, designed to fly up to 9,800 nautical miles/18,000 kilometers without a stopover, setting new standards for intercontinental travel.
The plane features cutting-edge technologies and aerodynamics that provide unmatchable levels of efficiency and comfort.
Its latest generation Rolls-Royce engines and the usage of lightweight materials offer a 25% savings in terms of fuel consumption, operational costs, and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions compared to the competition’s previous-generation aircraft.
The A350’s unique Airspace cabin offers passengers and crews the most modern in-flight products for a comfortable flying experience.
Like all Airbus aircraft, the A350 is already capable of operating on up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Airbus aims to reach a 100% SAF capacity for its aircraft by 2030.
As of the end of November 2025, the A350 Family had received nearly 1,500 orders from 66 customers worldwide.
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