EgyptAir has taken delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350‑900 on order, becoming the launch operator for the type in North Africa. The A350 will support the airline’s long‑haul fleet modernisation and network expansion with new non‑stop routes to key destinations including the US West Coast and North Asia, from its Cairo hub. EgyptAir currently operates an Airbus fleet of eight A320neos, seven A321neos and 11 A330 Family aircraft, including five A330-200P2F.
EgyptAir said the aircraft features a two-class configuration, comprising 30 Business Class suites with direct aisle access and 310 Economy Class seats. The unique, latest-generation Airspace cabin is designed to improve the long-haul experience for both passengers and crew through enhanced ergonomics and greater comfort.
EgyptAir also noted that the A350 is the world’s most modern widebody aircraft, designed to fly up to 9,700 nautical miles / 18,000 kilometres non-stop, setting new standards for intercontinental travel. The aircraft includes state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort. Its latest generation Rolls-Royce engines and use of lightweight materials bring a 25 per cent advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, compared to previous generation competitor aircraft.
Airbus said, as with all Airbus aircraft, the A350 aircraft is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus is targeting to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030.
Airbus also revealed that, at the end of January 2026, the A350 Family had won over 1,500 orders from 67 customers worldwide.
Rolls–Royce Trent XWB–84 Engines For EgyptAir
Rolls–Royce has also celebrated the delivery of EgyptAir’s first Airbus A350–900, powered exclusively by Rolls–Royce Trent XWB–84 engines.
The A350 is exclusively powered by the world’s most efficient large civil aeroengine in service, the Trent XWB, which is optimised for long-range operations, delivering lower fuel burn, reduced CO₂ emissions and enhanced environmental performance.
Omar Al Adib, Senior Vice President – Civil Aerospace, Rolls–Royce, said: “We congratulate EgyptAir on the delivery of its first Airbus A350–900 and on this important step in the airline’s long–haul expansion. Our relationship with EgyptAir spans more than five decades, during which we have supported the airline through successive generations of aircraft and engine technology.
The introduction of the Trent XWB–powered A350 builds on that long-standing partnership and reflects EgyptAir’s continued focus on operational excellence as it continues to grow its widebody fleet.”
The Trent XWB offers 25% lower fuel burn and CO2 emissions, and powers the world’s longest commercial routes with game–changing efficiency. Across the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia, the Trent XWB–84 has covered nearly 3.8m flying hours, with unparalleled performance across some of the world’s most challenging environments, from hot and high to dry and sandy.
Rolls–Royce’s relationship with EgyptAir spans more than 55 years, reflecting some of the most critical milestones in the history of civil aviation. Over this period, Rolls–Royce has powered the airline from the world’s first turboprop engine to enter airline service through to the first commercial flight of an axial–flow jet engine, and today’s latest generation of widebody aircraft.
With the entry into service of the A350–900, EgyptAir continues to build a Rolls–Royce–powered widebody fleet, which also includes 11 Airbus A330ceo aircraft powered by Trent 700 engines and 8 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by Trent 1000 engines.
