Tue, Sep 21, 2010
Operational Efficiency, Fuel Efficiency Top List And Help
Reduce Carbon Emissions
Cathay Pacific Airways has firmed up
a previously announced commitment for 30 all-new A350 XWB long
range aircraft. The purchase agreement was finalized in Hong Kong
last week by Tony Tyler, Chief Executive, Cathay Pacific Airways
and John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers, Airbus. The
aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines.
Cathay Pacific will operate the A350 XWB across its
network, primarily on its non-stop services to Europe.
Featuring an all-new design, the aircraft will represent a step
change in operational efficiency, burning significantly less fuel
than existing aircraft of a similar size and offering a
corresponding reduction in carbon emissions. For passengers, the
extra wide cabin will offer the highest standards in in-flight
comfort, with a spacious interior design, new, wider windows and
the latest state-of-the-art amenities.
“I am delighted that we have now finalized this milestone
deal for Cathay Pacific," said Tyler, "The purchase of these new
generation aircraft is an important step in our plan to grow our
fleet to ensure that we stay at the forefront of the industry. The
A350 fits perfectly into our operation. Its passenger capacity,
flight range and operating economics are just right to become the
backbone of our mid-sized long haul wide-bodied fleet."
“We are extremely pleased to have finalized this order
with one of the world's most prestigious and well-managed
airlines," added Leahy. "The selection of the A350 XWB by Cathay
Pacific is a clear endorsement of the aircraft’s compelling
advantages over the competing product, with lower fuel-burn,
reduced operating costs and a wider, more comfortable cabin. We
look forward to the aircraft playing a key role in enabling Cathay
to remain at the forefront of the industry with one of the cleanest
and most modern fleets in the world."
Cathay Pacific A350 Rendering
The A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) Family is an all-new mid-size long
range product line comprising three basic passenger versions
seating between 270 and 350 passengers in typical three-class
layouts. Scheduled for entry-into-service in 2013, the A350 Family
is already one of most successful aircraft programs ever, with a
total of 558 firm orders already received from 34 customers
worldwide.
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