Air India might be considering a major aircraft order. Sources state that the carrier, which is currently in the middle of an ambitious and large-scale turnaround initiative, might be considering a widebody aircraft order split between European aircraft manufacturer Airbus and its American counterpart Boeing . While Air India refused to address the speculation, this order might play a pivotal role in turning the carrier around.
Once celebrated for its world-class service, in the past decades, the airline's reputation, operations, and financial performance have deteriorated. Now under new ownership, its parent company Tata Group aims to make Air India a competitive player in the industry once again. Air India reportedly considers a large order Sources claim that Air India is currently in talks with Airbus and Boeing for a massive widebody aircraft order, according to Reuters .
This order for long-haul aircraft would be split between the two suppliers, and though little is known about the deal so far, sources claim it could be for between 30-40 jets, but potentially even more than 50. Air India is allegedly interested in purchasing Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft, though order details have not yet been finalized. The source, who asked to remain anonymous, claimed that the deal will become clearer near the Paris Air Show, which is happening in June.
Air India did not confirm or deny the order, rather stating it would not comment on the speculated order. Air India placed a m.
