SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) has announced its intention to place a US$17 billion order for 30 Airbus A350-900s and 30 Boeing 787-10Xs.
The airline is slated to take delivery of the A350-900s in the financial year 2016/17, plus options for 20 more that may be converted into orders for larger A350-1000s.
The B787-10Xs, intended for deployment on medium-haul routes, are scheduled for delivery in 2018/19.
These new orders increase the number of firm aircraft commitments SIA has with Airbus and Boeing to 126, the airline said in a press release.
SIA CEO, Goh Choon Phong, said: “Today’s aircraft orders are among the biggest in SIA’s history, helping to ensure that we retain our industry leading position.
“These new aircraft will provide opportunities to grow and renew our fleet and enhance our network, benefiting customers by offering more travel options and the latest in-flight cabin products.”
