Airlines · Sunday, 6 September 2026
American Airlines Nears 65-Jet Order That Could End Its All-Boeing Widebody Fleet
American Airlines is close to finalizing a 65-aircraft widebody order that may introduce Airbus jets into its long-haul fleet.
TL;DR
The carrier is evaluating a significant order that would diversify its widebody fleet, currently composed entirely of Boeing aircraft. A shift to Airbus for widebody operations would represent a major strategic change for American Airlines and a significant competitive win for the European manufacturer.
Simple Flying5 Sept, 18:56 BST
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