Etihad in talks with Airbus for A350 and A330neo ahead of Dubai Airshow

Abu Dhabi carrier Etihad is in discussions with Airbus over a potential long‑haul fleet refresh that could include additional A350s and orders for the upgraded A330neo, industry sources say. Talks are unfolding ahead of the Dubai Airshow as the airline evaluates capacity and product plans for its international network.

Discovered 2025-11-13T06:11:40.255224-08:00 | 2025-11-13T06:11:40.255224-08:00

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  • Etihad's talks signal potential near‑term demand for long‑haul widebodies in the Gulf ahead of the Dubai Airshow, reinforcing the region's role as a focal point for OEM sales and commercial announcements.

  • Any confirmed A350/A330neo order would have immediate production and delivery implications for Airbus; the manufacturer is already rolling out the A350‑1000ULR and has begun A330‑900neo deliveries to China, underscoring near‑term supplier and slot pressures.

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