News / Virgin Atlantic Cargo awaits A350 capacity boost

Virgin Atlantic’s new US$4.4 billion order for 12 Airbus 350-1000 aircraft will mark the arrival of the most capable cargo aircraft in its fleet.

The airline, which announced the order at last month’s Farnborough International Airshow 2016 in the UK, says the investment demonstrates the strength of the Virgin Atlantic commitment to customer experience as it continues to focus on delivering sustained profit in the long term. It is part of a fleet modernisation programme which will see 50% ...