Aircalin orders two A350-900s

Aircalin, the international airline of New Caledonia, has announced an order with Airbus for two long-range A350-900 aircraft. This order will support Aircalin's fleet modernisation and the expansion of its long-haul network.

At present, the airline's wide-body fleet consists of two A330neo aircraft. Aircalin intends to configure its A350s in a three-class premium layout, accommodating over 320 passengers. This will include an expanded business class and represents a 15% increase in capacity compared with the A330neo.