IndiGo Places Firm Order for 30 Additional Airbus A350-900s
- Joe Breitfeller
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Airbus has today announced that IndiGo has finalized a commitment for 30 additional Airbus A350-900s, converting a MoU signed in June into a firm order. The incremental order expands IndiGo’s A350 orderbook to 60 aircraft.
On Friday (October 17, 2025), Airbus announced that IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalized a commitment for 30 Airbus A350 aircraft, converting a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a firm order. This expands the carrier’s total A350 orderbook to 60 aircraft, marking a strategic shift for IndiGo as they prepare to enter the long-haul international market.
In Friday’s announcement, IndiGo’s CEO, Pieter Elbers, said,
“Today is a special day for IndiGo as we solidify our commitment to expanding our international footprint and offering unparalleled connectivity to our customers. The conversion of this MoU into a firm order for 30 additional A350-900s is a testament to our confidence in the future of Indian aviation and our strategic partnership with Airbus, further reinforced by the strong start of our long-haul operations. In line with India’s vision of becoming a global aviation hub and our aspiration to establish ourselves as a leading global aviation player by 2030, IndiGo is taking decisive steps forward. These aircraft, as they join our fleet in the years to come, will play a pivotal role in enabling IndiGo expand its reach, connect India with more destinations across the globe, and offer our customers new international travel opportunities.”
Also commenting on the additional A350 order, Airbus Commercial Aircraft’s EVP – Sales, Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, said,
“The A350’s unparalleled fuel efficiency, range and passenger comfort perfectly align with IndiGo’s ambitious growth plans and international long-haul network ambitions. This milestone reinforces our strong partnership with one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world, and we look forward to supporting their expansion into new long-haul markets.”
The A350 is currently the most modern and efficient widebody aircraft in the 300-410 seat category. The aircraft’s state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics deliver unrivaled standards of efficiency and comfort. With new generation engines and lightweight materials, the aircraft offers a 25 percent reduction in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, compared to previous generation competitor aircraft.
As of September 30, 2025, the Airbus A350 Family had won over 1,400 orders from 63 customers worldwide.
Source: Airbus
