Swiss doubles its A350 commitment

Lufthansa Group carrier Swiss is bringing five more Airbus A350-900s into its fleet, doubling its commitment to the long-haul twinjet. Swiss says it will introduce the additional aircraft from 2027. It initially disclosed plans to take five -900s in late 2022. These aircraft will start arriving in summer next year. The twinjets will replace older Airbus A340-300s. “Our new A350s will make our fleet even more modern,” says CE Jens Fehlinger. Swiss’s A350s are being taken from a broader order by Lufthansa Group. The aircraft will be configured with a cabin interior branded ‘Swiss Senses’. “This is a major investment, and a vital one to ensure that we continue to meet our customers’ high expectations,” adds Fehlinger. “We’re bringing our long-haul aircraft fleet up to a totally new level of modernity, sustainability and in-flight comfort for our guests.” All 10 A350s destined for the Swiss fleet will be operational by 2031.<br/>