EVA Air has placed a firm order for additional Airbus aircraft, including the A350-1000 and A321neo.
The new deal follows the commitment announced in March 2025 and is part of the Taiwanese carrier’s ongoing fleet renewal and growth efforts.
The carrier has committed to six high-capacity A350-1000 jets and three single-aisle A321neo planes, adding to the existing backlog of planes awaiting delivery from a previous order.
The backlog for these upcoming Airbus aircraft types totals 24 A350-1000s and 18 A321neo jets. Therefore, the A350-1000 will play an integral role in future long-haul flying and markets with substantial capacity needs to be met.
EVA Air says the purchase will be pivotal to aligning its commitment to delivering sustainable flying for decades while providing customers with a memorable travel experience on next-generation aircraft.
EVA Air’s new orders underscore the enduring appeal of the A350-1000 Long Range Leader as the benchmark for intercontinental operations, and the A321neo as a leader in regional efficiency. We deeply value EVA Air’s confidence in these latest generation aircraft and stand ready to support their seamless integration into the airline’s fleet for future success.
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
The A321neo and A350-1000 are seen as leaders in their respective categories, which range from single-aisle to widebody operations.
With this in mind, as EVA Air prepares for the next 12 months and future decades, such purchases will be pivotal for the company’s long-term future.
The EVA Air Fleet
Based on the latest fleet data, EVA Air’s fleet now consists of 82 active aircraft, with three units listed as parked, bringing the total to 85.
The airline relies on the Boeing 777 family, with 33 777-300ERs in service, averaging almost 12 years of age. Therefore, moving long into the future, the A350-1000 will be necessary for fleet renewal efforts.
As for the airline’s commitment to the A321, 17 A321-200s are currently in service, averaging 9.8 years of age.
The addition of the A321neo will, therefore, improve the airline’s fleet, but the eventual removal of this type will be aided by the commitment to the
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Daniel Fowkes is a Melbourne-based aviation analyst and journalist with over a decade of industry experience. As founder of Dj’s Aviation, he delivers trusted analysis on aircraft, airline strategy and global aviation trends for djsaviation.net
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