Rolls-Royce invests £1 billion to enhance Trent XWB performance, supporting JAL’s new order of 20 Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
Rolls-Royce welcomes Japan Airlines’ (JAL) order for 20 Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft. This finalises a commitment announced earlier this year. The new A350-900s will join JAL’s A350 fleet, serving international routes. JAL has ordered a total of 52 A350s. Currently, 18 of these aircraft are in service.
Ewen McDonald, Chief Customer Officer, Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace, said, “We are delighted to welcome Japan Airlines’ (JAL) order for 20 Airbus A350-900. JAL’s decision to order additional aircraft confirms their confidence in the Trent XWB and A350 combination. We look forward to supporting these new aircraft as they enter service.”
As versatile as it is reliable, the Trent XWB efficiently powers both short-haul and long-haul flights. This makes it ideal for passenger and freighter operators of any network. The Trent XWB is the world’s most efficient large aero engine in service. It is an excellent choice for accelerating an airline’s sustainability journey. The Trent XWB offers a 15% fuel consumption advantage over the first generation of Trent engines. It provides leading performance and low noise levels. The engine is certified to operate on a 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend today. It has been proven compatible with 100% SAF for the future.
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To further improve engine performance, Rolls-Royce is investing over £1 billion in a new programme. This initiative will enhance time on wing across the in-production Trent fleet.
Q. – How many A350s has Japan Airlines ordered in total?
A. – 52.
Q. – How many A350s are currently in service with Japan Airlines?
A. – 18.
