Emirates has today officially unveiled their first Airbus A350-900 at a special event and showcase in Dubai. The carrier has revealed the latest interiors, along with industry-first onboard technologies.
On Wednesday (November 27, 2024), Emirates unveiled their first new Airbus A350-900 at a special event and showcase in Dubai. Today’s event was led by Emirates Airline’s President, Sir Tim Clark, in the presence of His Excellency Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, and was attended by VIP guests, industry partners, government officials and dignitaries and members of the media, as well as aviation enthusiasts. Attendees were able to experience the aircraft’s interiors, equipped with next generation products and the latest technologies.
Speaking at today’s unveiling ceremony, Emirates Airline and Group’s Chairman and Chief Executive, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, said,
“Today is an exciting milestone for Emirates as we showcase our first A350 and usher in a new era for our fleet and network growth. This aircraft sets the stage for Emirates to spread its wings farther by offering added range, efficiency and flexibility to our network, enabling us to meet customer demand in new markets and unlock new opportunities in the cities that we serve. Onboard, our updated interiors and seating configurations will help us deliver a more elevated and comfortable experience to travellers across every cabin class. The 65 Emirates A350s joining our fleet in the coming years fit into the airline’s broader plans to support our visionary leadership’s Dubai’s D33 Strategy, which will transform the city into a pivotal hub in the global economy by expanding its connectivity and reach.”
Also commenting on the new A350-900 reveal, Airbus’s VP – Programmes & Services, Phillipe Mhun, said,
“We are proud to further expand our strategic partnership with Emirates which has flourished nearly 4 decades ago with the A300, the A310, the A330, the A340 and the A380. Marking a new chapter for Airbus, we expect the A350 to become an integral member of the Emirates’ fleet and support its continued growth and sustainability ambitions.”
Rolls Royce’s SVP Customer – Middle East and Africa, Omar Ali Adib, added,
“The collaborative effort between Emirates, Airbus and Rolls-Royce exemplifies what can be achieved when we share a commitment to excellence and build a long-term partnership that makes us all stronger. With our £1bn investment in durability across our Trent engine family, we are committed to continuing to evolve and improve in the years ahead.”
Emirates' New Airbus A350-900 Infographic - Courtesy Emirates
Emirates’ new Airbus A350-900 features three spacious cabin classes, accommodating a total of 312 passengers, with 32 next generation lie-flat Business Class seats, 21 Premium Economy seats, and 259 generously pitched Economy Class seats. With the latest onboard products, the aircraft reflects Emirates’ commitment to delivering a premium guest experience, while optimizing operational efficiency. The new Emirates A350-900 is the first new aircraft type to join the carrier’s fleet since 2008.
Welcome Onboard Emirates' First New Airbus A350-900 - Courtesy Emirates
The airline’s first scheduled A350 flight is scheduled to take place on January 3, 2025, with service between Dubai and Edinburgh, followed by points like Bahrain, Muscat, Kuwait, Lyon, Bologna, Colombo, Mumbai and Ahmedabad.
Source: Emirates