Airbus Secures Major Aircraft Orders at Paris Air Show 2025
During the 55th Paris Air Show on June 18, 2025, Airbus announced several significant aircraft orders from STARLUX Airlines, EGYPTAIR, MNG Airlines, and the Norwegian Air Ambulance. These deals highlight the global demand for Airbus’s advanced, fuel-efficient aircraft, including the A350 family and H145 helicopters, as operators expand their fleets to meet travel, cargo, and emergency service needs.
STARLUX Airlines Bolsters Long-Haul Fleet
STARLUX Airlines from Taiwan has placed a firm order for ten additional A350-1000 aircraft, bringing its total commitment for this model to 18. CEO Glenn Chai and Airbus Executive Vice President of Sales Benoît de Saint-Exupéry finalised this agreement. With this addition, STARLUX strengthens its all-Airbus fleet, which now consists of 28 aircraft, including A350-900s, A330neos, and A321neos. With 30 aircraft on order, including A350F freighters, STARLUX aims to enhance its global network. The A350-1000, powered by Rolls-Royce engines, offers a 9,700-nautical-mile range and 25% lower fuel consumption than previous-generation aircraft, aligning with STARLUX’s focus on efficient, sustainable long-haul operations.
EGYPTAIR Expands with A350-900s
EGYPTAIR announced an order for six additional A350-900s, bringing its total A350-900 orders to 16. Chairman and CEO Captain Ahmed Adel announced that the recent deal is integral to EGYPTAIR’s five-year strategy for fleet modernisation and will address the increasing demand for long-haul travel. The A350-900, powered by Rolls-Royce engines, features a spacious Airspace cabin with wide seats and ambient lighting, reinforcing EGYPTAIR’s commitment to passenger comfort and environmental responsibility.
MNG Airlines Commits to A350F Freighters
MNG Airlines, a Türkiye-based logistics provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for two A350F freighters, joining Airbus’s advanced freighter program. The A350F, currently in development and powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, can carry 111 tonnes over 8,700 km, using 40% less fuel and emitting 40% less CO₂ than older freighters. With a 46-tonne lighter airframe and the largest main deck cargo door, it meets ICAO’s 2027 CO₂standards and supports 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), targeting 100% by 2030. CEO of Mapa Group and Chairman Murathan Doruk Günal emphasised the A350F’s role in supporting e-commerce, high-value freight, and express logistics across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America.
Norwegian Air Ambulance Modernises with H145 Helicopters
The Norwegian Air Ambulance, through its parent organisation, the Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation, signed a frame contract for up to eight H145 helicopters, including a firm order for two. Announced by Thomas Hein, Head of Europe Region at Airbus Helicopters, and CEO Leif Olstad, the deal enhances Norway’s Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), where the organisation operates all bases with 20 Airbus H135 and H145 helicopters. The five-bladed H145, first delivered to the Foundation in 2020, increases payload by 150kg, offers a low acoustic footprint, reduced CO₂emissions, and low operating costs. Powered by Safran Arriel 2E engines with FADEC and Helionix avionics, the H145 ensures safety and efficiency. Globally, over 1,750 H145 helicopters are in service, logging eight million flight hours, with Airbus holding 54% of the 2,900 EMS helicopters worldwide.
A350 Family and Industry Impact
The A350 family, including the A350-1000, A350-900, and A350F, has secured over 1,390 orders from 60 customers. More than 650 aircraft are in service across 38 operators, primarily on long-haul routes. All A350 models support up to 50% SAF, with Airbus targeting 100% SAF compatibility by 2030, aligning with global sustainability goals.
Airbus is leading the way in efficient, sustainable, and life-saving aviation solutions, with STARLUX, EGYPTAIR, MNG Airlines, and the Norwegian Air Ambulance recently selecting its cutting-edge aircraft to connect the world.
