Airlines
Etihad Boosts Widebody Fleet with Airbus A330/350 Deal
FlyDubai and Air Europa also signed new deals with Airbus in Dubai
Etihad Airbus aircraft
Etihad Airways has confirmed sales and lease agreements covering new Airbus A330 and A350 airliners.

Etihad Airways is expanding its fleet of Airbus widebody airliners with a firm order for six A330-900s announced at the Dubai Airshow on Tuesday. The Abu Dhabi-based operator also agreed to lease a further nine of the same type from Avolon.

Airbus also reported that Etihad is a confirmed customer for seven more of the larger A350-1000 long-range jets and three A350F cargo models covered by an earlier contract. This deal will increase the number of this type in its fleet to 27 aircraft.