As part of its decarbonization and move upmarket strategy, Air France has reached a new milestone in its ambitious fleet renewal program with the delivery of its 50th Airbus A220, named “Valbonne”, and its 40th Airbus A350, named “Noirmoutier-en-L’Île”.
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Every year, Air France invests more than one billion euros in renewing its fleet and receives nearly two new aircraft per month – a pace unprecedented in the airline’s history.
50th A220: “Valbonne”
Delivered on November 7, the Airbus A220 named “Valbonne” and registered F-HPNZ entered commercial service on November 17 with an inaugural flight to London Heathrow.
The Airbus A220 is the cornerstone of Air France’s short- and medium-haul fleet renewal. This 50th aircraft is the 9th Airbus A220 delivered since the start of the year, and three additional aircraft are expected by the end of 2025.
The Airbus A220 stands out for its environmental performance: it emits 20% less CO₂ than previous-generation aircraft, and its noise footprint is also reduced by 34%. With its five-abreast cabin layout, 80% of customers enjoy either a window or an aisle seat – a feature that customers especially appreciate.
40th A350: “Noirmoutier-en-L’Île”
The new Airbus A350, named “Noirmoutier-en-L’Île” and registered F-HUVT, was delivered on November 20. It will enter the airline’s long-haul operations in the coming days. A total of 40 Airbus A350s are now in service, including 5 delivered since the beginning of the year. One additional delivery is planned by the end of 2025.
The Airbus A350 offers a 25% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared with previous-generation aircraft. In addition, its noise footprint is reduced by 40%.