With the Arrival of Its 50th Airbus A220 and 40th Airbus A350, Air France Continues the Renewal of Its Fleet

As part of its decarbonization and move upmarket strategy, Air France has reached a new milestone in its ambitious fleet renewal program with the delivery of its 50th Airbus A220, named “Valbonne”, and its 40th Airbus A350, named “Noirmoutier-en-L’Île”.

Fleet Expansion Milestones
50th Airbus A220:
- Aircraft name: “Valbonne”
- Registration: F-HPNZ
- Delivered: November 7, 2025
- Entered service: November 17, inaugural flight to London Heathrow
- Environmental performance: 20% less CO₂ emissions and 34% lower noise footprint compared to previous-generation aircraft.

40th Airbus A350:
- Aircraft name: “Noirmoutier-en-L’Île”
- Registration: F-HUVT
- Delivered: November 20, 2025
- Offers 25% reduction in CO₂ emissions and 40% lower noise footprint.

Naming Tradition
- Air France names aircraft after French cities with cultural or aviation significance.
- This tradition dates back to the 1930s and was revived in 2019.
- Current fleet represents 176 cities, including recent additions like Nîmes, Colmar, Mâcon, and Thonon-les-Bains.

Decarbonization Strategy
- Fleet renewal is the primary lever for immediate CO₂ and noise reduction.
- Air France invests over €1 billion annually in new aircraft.
- Goal: 80% next-generation aircraft by 2030 (currently at 34%).

Key Takeaway
Air France’s delivery of its 50th A220 and 40th A350 underscores its commitment to sustainability, passenger comfort, and modernization, marking the fastest renewal pace in its history.