United Arab Emirates – flydubai has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, marking a significant fleet‑diversification move and making the carrier an Airbus customer for the first time.

• The MoU was signed at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, with Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum of flydubai and Christian Scherer of Airbus present at the ceremony.

• The A321neo family offers advanced fuel‑efficiency technology, including new‑generation engines and “Sharklets”, delivering over 20 % fuel and CO₂ savings compared to previous generation single‑aisle aircraft.

Statements

• “We are pleased to announce a landmark agreement for 150 A321neo aircraft, representing another important milestone in flydubai’s journey. This new agreement is not only about adding aircraft. It supports the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. This strategic addition diversifies our narrow-body fleet and strengthens our long-term expansion plans. This will enable flydubai to play a key role in the success of Dubai World Central’s expansion plans, an airport we aim to become the largest airport in the world. The A321neos will support the next phase of our network development and enable us to meet rising demand across our markets. We look forward to establishing a strong and enduring partnership between flydubai and Airbus.” – His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and CEO of flydubai.

• “We welcome flydubai, one of the Middle East’s most ambitious and fast-growing carriers, as a new Airbus customer. The decision to invest in and introduce the A321neo into its fleet is another endorsement of the added value Airbus brings in terms of range, efficiency and passenger comfort. We look forward to supporting flydubai as it enables new growth and possibilities with our aircraft.” – Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus.

Source: Airbus
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