Airbus A350 XWBs for China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for 20 A350-900s, this carrier arguably having one of the largest Airbus fleets in the world with more than 300 Airbus aircraft in service, comprising the A320 Family, the A330 Family and five A380s. As Tan Wangeng, President of China Southern Airlines stated, “With its very long range capability, economic fuel consumption and spacious cabin, the A350 XWB is the ideal choice for our international long haul routes. The introduction of the A350 XWB will help to strengthen our position as one of the world’s leading international carriers.”