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Flydubai Reportedly in Talks to Order About 100 Airbus A321neo Jets

A potential Airbus deal would mark a break from the airline’s Boeing-only narrow-body history.

Overview

  • Unnamed insiders cited by ntv say Flydubai is negotiating roughly 100 A321neo aircraft with Airbus.
  • The carrier is also discussing additional purchases of several dozen Boeing 737 Max jets.
  • Flydubai has said it will unveil its largest-ever order at the Dubai Airshow, which runs through November 21.
  • Airbus, Boeing and Flydubai have not issued official confirmation or comment on the reported negotiations.
  • Flydubai operates or has on order about 175 Boeing 737 Max and 30 Boeing 787s, and the A321neo’s range and efficiency fit its short- and medium-haul growth plans.