Etihad signs letter of intent for seven Airbus freighters

Airbus said Wednesday that Etihad Airways, the second flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a letter of intent to order seven A350 freighter aircraft. The European aerospace giant said the new freighters will be added to Etihad’s existing fleet of five A350-1000 passenger versions. Etihad has also selected Airbus’ Flight Hour Services (FHS) to support the maintenance of its entire A350 fleet. Etihad said the addition of the A350 freighter will play a key role in driving its long-term cargo strategy and achieving its 2035 target to reduce carbon emissions by 50%. Airbus says more…

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