Dubai : Emirates officially unveiled its first Airbus A350-900 that join its fleet through an exclusive ceremony held in Dubai on November 27, 2024. The A350 is the first new aircraft type to join Emirates' fleet since 2008.

Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, and Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE's Minister of Economy attended the unveiling ceremony, among other dignitaries. Guests were able to experience the aircraft's interiors, equipped with its next generation products and latest technologies.

Speaking on the occasion, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group said, "The 65 Emirates A350s joining our fleet in the coming years fit into the airline's broader plans to support our visionary leadership's Dubai's D33 Strategy, which will transform the city into a pivotal hub in the global economy by expanding its connectivity and reach."

Apart from its newly delivered A350, Emirates operates two other aircraft types around the world to 140 destinations-the widebody Boeing 777 aircraft and the double decker Airbus A380 aircraft.

Furthermore, the airline plans to make its first scheduled commercial A350 flight to Edinburgh on January 3, 2025.

The Emirates A350 features three spacious cabin classes, accommodating 312 passengers in 32 next-generation Business Class lie-flat seats, 21 Premium Economy seats and 259 generously pitched Economy Class seats. In addition, Emirates A350 will offer extra high ceilings and wider aisles in all classes.

Emirates Inflight Entertainment on ice will offer a cinematic display to Emirates customers. This includes the best picture quality on any aircraft ultra-responsive touchscreens and a vast media selection-up to triple the current content capacity.

Marking a first in aviation history, the Emirates A350 will feature a high performance, new generation antennae. Customers will enjoy uninterrupted global connectivity across all destinations.