Flag Carrier Becomes First Type Customer In Chinese Mainland

Airbus announced that Air China Cargo signed a purchase agreement for six A350F freighter aircraft to become the first customer in the Chinese mainland to order the all-new A350F. Air China Cargo is China’s only flag-carrying freight operator, with flights in North China, East China, South China, and Southeast China as well as to destinations in the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.

Wang Hongyan, Vice President of Air China Cargo said, “The introduction of the A350F to our existing mixed cargo fleet contributes to efficiency in operation and maintenance. The A350F will enhance Air China Cargo's capability to withstand risks in its long-term stable operation.”

Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President for Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business said, "We are delighted to welcome Air China Cargo as the latest customer for the A350F. The A350F will bring new generation efficiency and performance as well as new levels of capacity and unprecedented loading flexibility. We look forward to ensuring a seamless integration into Air China Cargo’s operation.”

The all-new A350F is designed to meet the evolving needs of the global air cargo market for Express, General cargo, Special cargo, and other segments. It can carry up to 111 tons to a range of 8,700 km / 5,406 mi. Its two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines provide a 40% reduction in fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions compared to previous generation aircraft.

As of the end of October 2025, the A350 widebody family had secured 1,445 orders from 63 customers globally. Those include 74 for the A350F freighter from 12 customers.

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