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United signs firm order for 25 A-350/900 XWB aircraft

Toulouse, France - Airline becomes 33rd customer for newest Airbus model

United Airlines has formalized a commitment originally announced in December 2009, signing a firm order for 25 A-350/900 XWB aircraft, the newest twin-engine wide-body from Airbus. The aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines. Deliveries of the aircraft will begin in 2016 and run through 2019. The three passenger versions have true long-range capability and flexibility. The A-350/800...

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Rome, Italy, 03/11/2010 12:37
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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