Emirates Takes Delivery of its First A350

Emirates' A350 Debut

Emirates delivered its first Airbus A350, A6-EXA, yesterday, marking a significant fleet milestone. The airline will acquire 65 A350 aircraft over the upcoming years, making them the first new aircraft type to join the fleet since 2008.

The aircraft was officially handed over to Emirates yesterday and embarked on its ferry flight from Toulouse (TLS) to Dubai at 1600 hrs local time. After the Emirates A350 landed in Dubai, it received its finishing touches at Emirates Engineering before being officially unveiled at a special event later this week. The delivery flight for the newest member of the Emirates fleet was powered by a blend of jet fuel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

The aircraft will officially enter commercial service in January when it makes its debut flight to Edinburgh, its first destination, followed by eight other destinations across the Middle East, West Asia, and Europe.

About Emirates

Emirates began its career in 1985 when it initiated operations with only two aircraft. Today, it operates one of the world's largest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, providing its clients with the luxury of the most modern and efficient wide-body aircraft. The airline inspires travellers worldwide with its expanding network of destinations, industry-leading in-flight entertainment, regionally inspired cuisine, and world-class service.