Aviation News – Delta Air Lines has placed an order for 31 Airbus widebody aircraft as part of a long-term strategy to modernize its international fleet and support future growth. The move underscores the airline’s focus on premium, corporate, and high-income travelers as global demand for long-haul travel continues to strengthen.
The order, announced as part of Delta’s fleet renewal planning, includes 16 Airbus A330-900 aircraft and 15 Airbus A350-900 jets. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2029, reinforcing Delta’s long-term commitment to Airbus widebody platforms for intercontinental operations.
The new aircraft will play a central role in replacing older widebody models while providing additional capacity for international routes. Both aircraft types are already familiar to Delta, which operates existing A330 and A350 fleets, allowing for operational continuity, pilot commonality, and lower training and maintenance costs.
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