Asian Airline Expands A350-1000 Fleet with New Airbus Order in December 2025

Taiwan - China Airlines, a full-service airline operating extensive international passenger and cargo services, has confirmed a firm order for five additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. This latest order brings the airline's total A350-1000 commitments to 15 units, further strengthening its long-haul fleet strategy and enhancing intercontinental capabilities.

• China Airlines will operate 15 A350-1000s alongside its current fleet of 15 A350-900s, signalling a consistent long-haul fleet modernisation plan centered around the Airbus A350 platform.

• Airbus confirmed the growing market demand for the A350 family, which has secured nearly 1,500 orders from 66 customers worldwide as of November 2025.

Statements

• “Expanding our A350-1000 fleet marks another important step in our long-term growth strategy. The A350’s exceptional efficiency and passenger comfort align with our goals to modernise our fleet, enhance long-haul competitiveness and deliver an elevated travel experience to our customers,” said Kao Shing-Hwang, Chairman of China Airlines.

• “We greatly value our long-standing partnership with China Airlines. This follow-on order is a strong vote of confidence in the A350-1000 as the right aircraft for China Airlines’ future network ambitions. Its next-generation efficiency, range and cabin comfort brings even greater value to the airline and its passengers,” said Benoit de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.

Source: Airbus