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SAS Orders 40 Airbus A330 Jets in $10B Deal

June 30, 2026

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Key Takeaways

SAS orders 40 Airbus A330-900neo jets.
The $10 billion order is the largest in SAS history.
Aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines.
Order aims to expand SAS' long-haul hub at Copenhagen Airport.

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Strategic Implications

This order may signal SAS' intent to reclaim its position in the European hub landscape. The significant investment suggests a long-term commitment to growth and could strengthen SAS' competitive position against other European carriers. The deal may also indicate Airbus' continued dominance in the widebody market.

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What Happened

Scandinavian Carrier Expands Long-Haul Hub in Copenhagen

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced a historic $10 billion order for 40 Airbus A330-900neo widebody jets, the largest aircraft order in its history. The aircraft, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, will enable SAS to consolidate and expand its long-haul hub at Copenhagen Airport, driving economic growth and job creation in the region. The order was announced by SAS’ CEO Anko van der Werff and highlights the strategic importance of the deal for the Danish and broader Scandinavian economy. According to SAS, the economic impact of fulfilling its 2030 expansion goals could be significant, with estimates suggesting 66 billion Danish Kroner ($10 billion) in economic impact and the creation of around 25,000 jobs in Denmark and 4,000 in southern Sweden. The order was reported by AeroTime.

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