PARIS- Airbus secured firm orders and commitments for up to 238 new aircraft on the opening day of the Paris Airshow 2025, marking a significant milestone for the European aircraft manufacturer.
Aircraft lessor AviLease, Riyadh Air (RX) of Saudi Arabia, ANA Holdings (NH) of Japan, and LOT Polish Airlines (LO) signed major agreements at Le Bourget Airport (LBG), demonstrating strong global demand for Airbus’ latest-generation, fuel-efficient jets.
AviLease orders Airbus A350F freighters and A320neo Family aircraft | Photo: AirbusAirbus Paris Air Show 2025 Day 1 Orders
The Paris Airshow 2025 opened with a powerful show of confidence in Airbus’ aircraft portfolio, as major carriers and leasing firms placed large-scale orders focused on operational efficiency, sustainability, and long-term growth.
AviLease, a Saudi-backed lessor, signed for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo aircraft, with options to expand the deal to 22 A350Fs and 55 A320neos.
The A350F offers enhanced cargo capabilities and compliance with ICAO 2027 CO₂ standards, while the A320neo remains the market’s most popular single-aisle aircraft. AviLease aims to build a modern, fuel-efficient fleet to serve both regional and global airline customers.
Photo: AirbusRiyadh Air placed a landmark order for 25 Airbus A350-1000 jets, with the potential to expand to 50 units.
The airline will be the first in Saudi Arabia to operate the A350-1000, supporting Vision 2030’s goal of transforming the Kingdom into a global aviation hub.
The ultra-long-range, widebody aircraft will enable Riyadh Air to connect key international markets with premium service and reduced emissions.
Photo: AirbusANA Expands with A321neo and XLR
ANA Holdings (Japan) signed a firm order for 27 Airbus aircraft: 14 A321neo for All Nippon Airways (ANA) and 13 jets (10 A321neo, 3 A321XLR) for Peach Aviation.
Peach will become the first Japanese airline to operate the A321XLR, the longest-range single-aisle aircraft, offering a range of up to 8,700 km. The order strengthens ANA Group’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy centered on next-gen aircraft and CO₂ emission reductions.
With over 70 A320 Family aircraft already in service across ANA and Peach, the expanded Airbus fleet aligns with Japan’s sustainable aviation goals and growing regional connectivity.
Photo: AirbusLOT Polish Airlines Selects Airbus for the First Time
LOT Polish Airlines (Poland) placed its first-ever Airbus order, committing to 40 A220s (20 A220-100 and 20 A220-300), with the possibility of expanding to 84 aircraft in the future.
The A220 will begin replacing LOT’s existing regional jets starting in 2027.
LOT’s adoption of the A220 Family, known for its low fuel burn and noise footprint, marks a key step in modernizing its fleet.
The A220’s range of up to 3,600 nm enables LOT to open new intra-European and medium-haul routes from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), supporting its strategic growth plan.
Photo: Tobias GudatTechnology, Efficiency, and Sustainability at the Core
All aircraft ordered—A350F, A350-1000, A320neo, A321XLR, and A220—are optimized for reduced fuel consumption and emissions.
Airbus’ entire portfolio is certified to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with a goal of 100% SAF compatibility by 2030.
These orders reaffirm Airbus’ global market leadership in next-generation aircraft and reflect a strong post-pandemic recovery in airline investment.
With deliveries spanning into the next decade, these deals anchor Airbus’ production pipeline while supporting the global aviation sector’s green transition.
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