Air Canada confirms order for eight A350-1000s

Above: Air Canada A350-1000.
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The A350-1000’s economics and lower operating costs will deliver a significant competitive advantage to Air Canada. With an industry-leading range of up to 9,000nm, the latest generation widebody aircraft will be central to the airline’s global expansion, enabling seamless, non-stop connectivity from Canada to high-growth markets across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and Australia. 

“Air Canada’s continued global ambitions are solidified by the selection of the Airbus A350-1000, a natural next step in the evolution of our fleet. The aircraft brings state-of-the-art capabilities and improved efficiencies to Air Canada, unlocking new long-haul opportunities around the globe,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer and President of Cargo at Air Canada. “With the Maple Leaf adorning the tail, the Airbus A350-1000 will play a central role in defining Air Canada’s next era, connecting our customers, our hubs and our country to the world.”

“Air Canada’s selection of the A350-1000 to lead its long-haul fleet strategy is a strong testament to the most technologically advanced widebody on the market,” said Benoit de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. “This decision is not only about fleet modernisation, it is also about Air Canada’s ambition to set new standards in range, performance and customer satisfaction which we are proud to support.”

The A350 includes advanced technologies and aerodynamics plus the latest generation Rolls-Royce engines, giving it a reduced fuel burn and emissions advantage (compared to previous generation competitor aircraft).

Designed for ultra-long-haul comfort, travelers will benefit from the lowest altitude and noise levels of any aircraft cabin to support passenger wellbeing on the longest flights.

At the end of January 2026, the A350 Family had won over 1,500 orders from 67 customers worldwide. All Airbus aircraft, including the A350, are already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Airbus aims to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030.