Singapore Airlines (SIA) has firmed up an order for seven Airbus A350F freighters, with options for five more aircraft.
The agreement was signed on 16 February 2022 at the Singapore Airshow 2022 by Mr Goh Choon Phong, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Airlines, and Mr Christian Scherer, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of International, Airbus.
The airline said in a statement that the A350Fs will replace SIA’s seven Boeing 747-400F freighters.
The Airline also claims that it will be the first carrier to operate this new generation widebody freighter aircraft when deliveries begin in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Points to note:
- The A350F burns up to 40% less fuel on similar missions to the 747-400F, reducing SIA’s carbon emissions by around 400,000 tonnes annually.
- This supports the SIA Group’s goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- The A350F is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines. Please see Annexe A for more information on the aircraft.
The airline also said that the range and payload of the A350F provide greater flexibility in its freighter deployment, bolstering its cargo business and cementing its leading position in the sector.
The A350F deal with Airbus includes a swap with 15 A320neo and two A350-900 passenger aircraft in the SIA Group order book.
Mr Goh Choon Phong, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Airlines, said: “This order underscores the importance of the cargo market to the SIA Group.
“The introduction of the A350F will enhance our capabilities in this key sector, ensuring that we are ready for the growth opportunities that will arise in the coming years.
“These new-generation aircraft will substantially increase our operating efficiencies and reduce our fuel burn, making an important contribution towards the success of our long-term decarbonisation goals.”
For more information, please visit SingaporeAir.com.
Click here for more travel news updates that every travel agent wouldn’t want to miss from cruise news to airlines, travel destinations, holiday sales and accommodations!
