Air China Cargo Co., Ltd. has cemented a deal with Airbus to procure an additional four A350F freighters. This agreement expands the company’s total order for this aircraft model to 10 units, supplementing the six A350F freighters previously ordered in November 2025.
The recent acquisition emphasizes the company’s strategy to optimize its fleet composition and enhance transportation capacity. Wang Hongyan, Air China Cargo’s Vice President, shared that the decision will enable them to align more effectively with international air cargo market demands, providing a robust groundwork for the company’s long-term consistent growth.
Airbus’ EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business, Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, lauded Air China Cargo’s move to augment its A350F freighter order. According to him, this decision signifies the company’s unwavering confidence in Airbus products and solidifies the A350F’s leading stature as the next-generation freighter.
Air China Cargo initiated the integration of Airbus freighters into its fleet at the close of 2023. It currently manages a fleet of eight Airbus A330-200P2F aircraft. The forthcoming inclusion of the A350F freighter will supplement the A330-200P2F freighters, maximizing their benefits on long-haul and medium-to-long-haul routes.
The A350F, designed to be the most advanced cargo aircraft globally, caters to the evolving needs of the international air freight market. Its range capability extends up to 8,700 kilometers with a payload capacity of up to 111 tonnes, allowing operators to utilize it on international long-haul routes. Over 70% of the A350F comprises advanced materials, making it 46 tons lighter than competitive aircraft.
The A350F features the latest Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, promising up to a 20% reduction in fuel consumption and carbon emissions compared to previous generation aircraft with similar payload-range capabilities. As the only freighter that fully adheres to ICAO’s 2027 CO₂ emission standards, the A350F is capable of operating with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) upon entry-to-service, aiming for 100% capability by 2030.
As of the end of April 2026, the A350F garnered 101 orders from 14 customers.
How many total A350F freighters has Air China Cargo ordered?
Air China Cargo has ordered a total of 10 A350F freighters from Airbus.
What is the range and payload capacity of the A350F?
The A350F has a range capacity of up to 8,700 kilometers and can carry a payload of up to 111 tonnes.
What is the unique feature of the A350F in regard to emission standards?
The A350F is the only freighter that fully meets the ICAO’s 2027 CO₂ emission standards. It can operate with up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel upon entry-to-service, with an aim to achieve 100% capability by 2030.
