Singapore Airlines (SIA) has confirmed its long-expected deal for up to 10 Airbus A340-500s in a $2 billion purchase. The airline selected the Airbus over the Boeing 777-200X to operate direct services between Singapore and the US West Coast. The airline will place firm orders for five aircraft for delivery in 2002-3, with options on a further five. The A340-500s will be configured with a 184-seat three-class layout. Airbus anticipates that deals will follow for the larger A340-600.
Source: Flight International
