Delta Air Lines has placed a firm order for 31 additional Airbus widebody aircraft, comprising 16 A330-900s and 15 A350-900s, reinforcing its long-term international growth strategy. Once delivered, Delta’s fleet will expand to 55 A330neos and 79 A350s, further strengthening one of the world’s largest Airbus-operated fleets.
The new aircraft will support expanded long-haul operations while enhancing Delta’s premium offering and delivering significant operational efficiencies and cost benefits. Delta already operates more than 500 Airbus aircraft across all families and has a backlog of around 200 Airbus jets, including the A350-1000.
Both aircraft types offer substantial sustainability and efficiency gains, with up to 25% lower fuel burn and CO? emissions compared with previous-generation widebodies. Equipped with Airbus’ Airspace cabin and capable of operating with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel—moving toward 100% SAF capability by 2030—the order underscores Delta’s focus on efficiency, passenger comfort, and environmental performance.