Airbus is expected to begin deliveries of its A350F freighter in 2026. Courtesy: Airbus
Key Takeaways:
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has become the launch customer for the new Airbus A350F freighter, signing a letter of intent to purchase seven of these aircraft.
The deal is part of a larger order for 111 new Airbus aircraft, including A220s, A321neos, A321XLRs, and A330neos, solidifying ALC's position as one of Airbus's largest customers.
This strategic move positions Airbus to gain significant market share in the global freight market, with the A350F offering 20% lower fuel burn and meeting upcoming CO2 emission standards amid growing demand for air cargo.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has agreed to become the launch customer for the Airbus A350F—the freighter version of the A350.
ALC signed a letter of intent to purchase 111 new Airbus aircraft, including seven of the new freighters, both companies announced in a statement Monday at the Dubai Air Show.
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Thom is a former senior editor for FLYING. Previously, his freelance reporting appeared in aviation industry magazines. Thom also spent three decades as a TV and digital journalist at CNN’s bureaus in Washington and Atlanta, eventually specializing in aviation. He has reported from air shows in Oshkosh, Farnborough and Paris. Follow Thom on Twitter @thompatterson.
