DUBAI — Following its commitment for six A350-900, Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways (EY) will kepp growing its fleet with six new Airbus A330-900s. The agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow 2025, where EY also announced a lease commitment for nine A330-900s from Avolon. 

In addition, EY has disclosed an order for seven additional A350-1000s (increasing its total for the type to 27) and three A350F (bringing its A350F commitment to 10 aircraft).

“These aircraft strengthen our operations across medium-haul, long-haul, and cargo. The A330neo brings the right combination of efficiency and flexibility for our regional and mid-range growth, while the A350-1000 continues to deliver exceptional performance on our long-haul network. The A350F freighter adds significant capability to our cargo division as global demand continues to expand. Our partnership with Airbus continues to play an important role in shaping our future fleet, and we are proud to be building one of the world’s most modern and efficient widebody operations," said Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad Airways CEO.

Offering Improved Sustainability

Powered by the latest-generation Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330neo is designed to fly up to 8,100 nautical miles / 15,000 kilometers nonstop and to reduce fuel burn, CO2 emissions, and operating costs by 25% compared to previous-generation competitor aircraft.

The A330neo features the award-winning Airspace cabin, which offers passengers a unique flying experience.

As with all Airbus aircraft, the A330neo and the A350 Family can operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus aims to have its aircraft capable of up to 100% SAF by 2030. 

At the end of October 2025, the A350 Family had won over 1,400 orders from 64 customers, and the A330 Family had won over 1,900 orders from more than 130 customers worldwide.

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