Delta generates full-year income of US$5 billion, orders new A350-1000s

Delta Air Lines (Delta) will add 20 new Airbus A350-1000 wide-body aircraft, as it continues to refresh and streamline its fleet while improving fuel efficiency and providing a world-class in-flight experience.

Delta currently operates 28 A350-900s. Following this latest announcement, Delta has an orderbook for 36 next-gen A350 aircraft, bringing the A350 fleet to over 60 by the end of the decade. The aircraft will primarily be operated in long-haul markets and international hubs in support of Delta