Tag Archives: A350 XWB

United Announces Orders for 787 and A350

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Ratherbflyin

United Airlines announced today that they will be ordering 25 of each of Boeing’s and Airbus’ latest offerings, the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 XWB, with an additional 50 purchase rights for each aircraft. United’s President and CEO, Glen Tilton, … Continue reading →

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First Composite Lay-Up for A350 XWB Aircraft Complete

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Ratherbflyin

Airbus announced yesterday that they have completed the first composite lay-up for the A350 XWB aircraft in Nantes, France. The 36 m2 (387.5 ft2) panel for the center wing box is the largest composite structure manufactured to date in Nantes. … Continue reading →

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