This order may indicate Chinese carriers' preference for Airbus aircraft, which could strengthen the manufacturer's position in the Asian market. The investment suggests a focus on fleet expansion and modernization, which may benefit Airbus in the long term.
Chinese Carriers Expand Fleets With Narrowbody And Widebody Jets
Air China and Hainan Airlines have announced orders for a combined 95 Airbus aircraft, including narrowbody and widebody jets. Air China will acquire 15 A350-900s, while its subsidiary Shenzhen Airlines has ordered 40 narrowbody aircraft. Hainan Airlines has also ordered 40 aircraft. The orders reflect the Chinese carriers’ efforts to expand and modernize their fleets, according to Aviation Week.
This order may indicate Chinese carriers' preference for Airbus aircraft, which could strengthen the manufacturer's position in the Asian market. The investment suggests a focus on fleet expansion and modernization, which may benefit Airbus in the long term.
Chinese Carriers Expand Fleets With Narrowbody And Widebody Jets
Air China and Hainan Airlines have announced orders for a combined 95 Airbus aircraft, including narrowbody and widebody jets. Air China will acquire 15 A350-900s, while its subsidiary Shenzhen Airlines has ordered 40 narrowbody aircraft. Hainan Airlines has also ordered 40 aircraft. The orders reflect the Chinese carriers’ efforts to expand and modernize their fleets, according to Aviation Week.