The A321neo order follows other agreements, including orders for Boeing 787, Airbus A330-900 and A350-900 aircraft

Decision covers aircraft ordered in 2024 and comes as Airbus faces supply constraints linked to Pratt & Whitney GTF engines

Approval follows memorandum of understanding signed with the planemaker in November 2025

Total is six commercial aircraft below January 2025 and follows delivery of 136 jets in December

Deal announced at Singapore Airshow is the first commitment to the larger A321neo variant

Carrier selects long-range single-aisle aircraft for deliveries starting in 2029

Service has been available since January 22 and will be rolled out across A321neo, E195-E2 and part of the 737-800 fleet

New C919-800 variant to carry up to 200 passengers and aims to compete with the Airbus A321neo

Undisclosed customers, Indigo, Etihad and cargo operators drove the manufacturer’s latest monthly results

The new agreement has been announced a day after the Middle Eastern carrier reached a preliminary agreement with Airbus for up to 150 A321neo aircraft