Air India Adds 100 Airbus Aircraft To Its Fleet Including 10 Widebody A350; Aims To Become A World-Class Airline

Air India is one of India’s most renowned airlines. From connecting places across our country to offering swift connectivity with international destinations, this carrier continues to be the leading preference for a significant percentage of Indian travellers. To offer enhanced services and carry more passengers to their destinations, Air India has placed an order for 100 Airbus aircraft. Keep reading to know more about this addition.

Air India Confirms Ordering 100 Airbus Aircraft

On December 9, the airline confirmed placing an order for 100 more Airbus aircraft. This large order includes 90 narrowbody A320 Family aircraft and 10 widebody A350. Air India’s upcoming fleet of 100 Airbus aircraft also consists of A321neo. In 2023, the airline also ordered  470 aircraft with Airbus and Boeing. This recent order confirmation jumped to 350 Airbus aircraft from 250 in 2023, including 40 A350 and 210 A320 Family aircraft.

In addition to announcing the new swanky fleet, the airline mentioned going forward with Airbus’ Flight Hour Services-Component (FHS-C) to support the maintenance requirements of its A350 fleet. According to a press release, new maintenance contracts and materials will impact “Air India to optimise A350 fleet’s reliability and performance with comprehensive engineering services and integrated component services plus the on-site stock at Delhi provided by Airbus.”

Natarajan Chandrasekaran, the Chairman of Tata Sons and Air India, revealed how the company aims to expand its future fleet by exceeding the firm orders of the 470 aircraft placed in 2023. The latest orders of 100 aircraft will contribute to establishing Air India on the path to greater growth. It will also focus on working on the mission of transforming into a world-class airline and connecting India to the entire world.

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More About Air India’s Total Aircraft

Air India has a fleet of 344 new aircraft from Airbus, including the recent 100 orders. As of now, the airline has received six A350s. Among 220 widebody and narrowbody aircraft orders from the last year, 185 aircraft are yet to be delivered.

Here’s an interesting fact about Air India: Did you know that it is the first Indian airline to operate an Airbus A350 powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines?

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