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Saturday, June 29, 2024 Etihad Airways has unveiled a new special livery on its Airbus A321neo to mark its 20th anniversary. The design, inspired by local culture, features artwork depicting Abu Dhabi landmarks in both Arabic and English. This calligraphic, line-style livery uses Etihad’s signature desert-inspired color scheme and symbolizes the beauty of unity, reflecting the essence of the airline’s home.

Shanghai Airlines has increased its flights from Shanghai to Marseille to three times per week. China Southern Airlines now operates daily flights from Guangzhou to Paris, and Xiamen Airlines offers five flights per week from Xiamen to Paris. When including daily flights by Air France and Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong to Paris, the total number of direct round-trip flights is expected to reach 70 per week by August.



Fleet Expansion and Operational Plans The aircraft, registered as A6-AEN, is the fourth of six A321neos arriving at Etihad this year, offering 20% more fuel efficiency thanks to its CFM LEAP-1A engines. These A321neos were leased after the previous operator, Bamboo Airways, terminated their leases. Despite their previous use, the aircraft are relatively young, under six years old, and come with three different seating configurations.

Etihad initially placed an order for 26 A321neos in 2013 but deferred it to adjust its growth strategy. In December, the airline decided to lease six A321neos, planning to launch operations in the summer. Over the next 18 month.

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