Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Air China Cargo increases A350F freighter order to 10 aircraft 

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Air China Cargo has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for four additional A350F freighters, taking its total order for the type to 10 aircraft.

Air China Cargo previously ordered six A350F freighters in November 2025.

Wang Hongyan, Vice President of Air China Cargo, said: “This additional order, following our initial A350F order last year, is a crucial strategic decision for the company to further optimise our fleet structure and expand transport capacity.

“It will allow us to better match and meet the demands of the international air cargo market, laying a solid foundation for the company’s long-term stable development.”

Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business, said: “We are very pleased with Air China Cargo’s decision to increase its order for the A350F freighter.

“It reflects Air China Cargo’s full confidence in Airbus’ products and reaffirms the A350F’s leading position as the next-generation freighter.”

Air China Cargo began introducing Airbus freighters at the end of 2023, and currently operates a fleet of eight Airbus A330-200P2F aircraft.

In the near future, the A350F freighter will join Air China Cargo’s fleet and will complement the A330-200P2F freighters, maximising their advantages on long-haul and medium-to-long-haul routes.

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