Airbus Secures Major Order from Flydubai at Dubai Airshow

Airbus has ousted Boeing as the exclusive supplier for flydubai, securing a provisional order for 150 A321neo jets. This marks a significant achievement for Airbus at the Dubai Airshow. Boeing, meanwhile, continues negotiations for additional deals while Emirates Airline explores other aircraft options without committing to Airbus's A350-1000.

Airbus made headlines at the Dubai Airshow by securing a provisional order for 150 A321neo jets from flydubai, surpassing Boeing as the budget carrier's supplier.

The decision to choose Airbus comes after flydubai's long-standing relationship with Boeing, stemming from its inception in 2008. Attendees at the airshow were surprised by the shift.

While Boeing attempts to renegotiate terms to retain some of flydubai's business, Airbus appears poised to benefit from the lion's share of new contracts. Meanwhile, Emirates Airline is taking its time in considering its options, delaying any potential orders for the A350-1000.

(With inputs from agencies.)