Emirates announces $16 billion order for 50 Airbus A350 jets

Emirates has announced that it has ordered 50 Airbus A350 jets worth $16 billion and the first A350 jets' delivery is expected in 2023. "The new aircraft are less noisy and provide us with lower carbon footprint," Emirates CEO Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said. Emirates fleet is entirely comprised of Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft at present.