Air China Cargo Joins Airbus A350F Freighter Revolution

Air China Cargo has taken a big step forward by ordering six Airbus A350F freighters. This is a major deal because it makes Air China Cargo the first in mainland China to use this new type of plane. The Airbus A350F is designed to be more efficient than older models like the Boeing 747-400F and Airbus A330 freighters. This means Air China Cargo will be able to carry more cargo while using less fuel and producing fewer emissions. The order was officially confirmed on November 14, 2025. The deal includes six planes with options for four more, valued at around $4. 6 billion. Each A350F can carry up to 111 tons of cargo. Airbus claims these new planes use about 40% less fuel than older Boeing 747-400 freighters, which is a big plus as environmental rules get stricter. For Airbus, this deal is a big win. It shows that the A350F is becoming a popular choice in the freight industry. The order book for the A350F is growing, with about 74 commitments from different customers. This puts Airbus in a good position to compete with Boeing's 777-8F. Air China Cargo is also benefiting from this deal. Their current fleet includes older planes like the Boeing 747-400F and Airbus A330-200F, which are becoming more expensive to maintain and less fuel-efficient. The new A350F planes will help the airline stay competitive, especially on important routes to Europe and North America. The deal also gives Air China Cargo the option to order more A350Fs in the future. This flexibility allows them to gradually replace their older planes without losing capacity. Overall, this deal is a big step forward for both Airbus and Air China Cargo.