Aircalin has ordered a pair of long-range A350-900 aircraft with Airbus to support fleet adaptation and the carrier’s long-haul network expansion.
This week, Aircalin launched a new twice weekly Nouméa-Bangkok and Bangkok-Paris route operated by Aircalin’s A330neo aircraft – the airline’s widebody workhorse aircraft.
Aircalin plans to configure its new A350s in a three class premium layout offering accommodation for more than 320 passengers. This would include an enlarged business class and represent an increase in capacity of 15% compared with the A330neo.
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“As a continuation of our long-standing partnership with Airbus, we have selected the A350-900 to join our fleet in the coming years,” said Georges Selefen, Aircalin CEO.
“These aircraft are essential for operating our recently inaugurated Nouméa-Paris via Bangkok route. They will open the doors to very long-haul flights and enable Aircalin to pursue its development strategy.”
“The order is yet another endorsement of the A350 as the undisputed long-range leader, bringing fuel efficient service on some of the world’s longest networks, while offering passengers the highest levels of
comfort” said Benoit de Saint-Exupery, EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
