Let’s eagerly await the first Fiji Airways’ A350 XWB arriving to our skies soon.

It is understood that the first A350 XWB known as Island of Viti Levu will arrive most probably by late next month.

This is the first of its kind operated by an airline in the Pacific region.

The aircraft currently undergoing the final phase of its assembly process in Toulouse, along with the installation of engines followed by ground and flight tests.

Combining the latest aerodynamics, new Rolls-Royce Trent XWB generation engines and use of lightweight materials, the A350 XWB brings a 25 per cent advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide emissions compared to previous generation similar-sized aircraft, meaning a significant reduction to the airline’s carbon footprint and fuel cost.

In an earlier statement, Fiji Airways managing director and chief executive officer Andre Viljoen said: “We are extremely pleased with this selection and proud of the confirmed arrangements with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Capital as the lessor, and Rolls-Royce as the engine supplier.

“Our teams are currently customising the aircraft to our specifications, including our world renowned livery and designs which proudly represent the people of Fiji.

“Ultimately, a luxury, world-class destination, like Fiji, deserves a luxury, world-class travel experience and that’s exactly what these aircraft will deliver.

For our guests, the holiday starts the moment they board the aircraft,” Mr Viljoen continued.

The latest renderings of Fiji Airways‘ A350 have showcased what their cabin and livery will look like – and quite frankly both are stunning. The airline, while opting for an incredibly minimalist design inside their latest airframe, has managed to encapsulate the feeling of a private jet with crisp lines and clean white and grey finishes.

About A350 XWB

νThe A350 XWB is the world’s most modern and eco-efficient aircraft family shaping the future of air travel.

νIt is the long-range leader in the large widebody market (300 to 400+ seats).

νThe A350 XWB offers unrivalled operational flexibility and efficiency for all market segments up to ultra-long haul (15,000 km).

νThe A350 XWB is an all new family of mid-size wide-body long-haul airliners shaping the future of air travel.

Fiji Airways A350 XWB is also still sporting its fantastic livery that has garnered attention across the globe. The livery looks great on the A350, and is one of the best examples of a livery that encapsulates the roots of the carrier, while exciting the imagination of inbound tourists.

νThe A350 XWB the latest aerodynamic design, carbon fiber fuselage and wings, plus new fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines.

νTogether, these latest technologies translate into unrivalled levels of operational efficiency, with a 25 per cent reduction in fuel consumption and emissions, and significantly lower maintenance costs.

νThe aircraft marks one of two new A350 XWB which will complement Fiji Airways’ existing
widebody fleet of six Airbus A330s, with the second delivery set for December this year.

νThere are 257 Airbus A350s in the skies around the world today, flown by 24 operators.

Inside the Economy Class will feature 301 Recaro CL3710 seats, which are ranked among the most comfortable long-haul economy class seats on the market.

These include Fiji Airways’ partner oneworld airlines:

νCathay Pacific,

νFinnair,

νIberia,

νMalaysia Airlines

νQatar Airways.

Other A350 operators include: Hong Kong Airlines:

νLufthansa

ν Singapore Airlines.

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