Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
Earlier this year, United Airlines signaled the removal of the Airbus A350-900 aircraft type from its order book. As per the SEC or Securities and Exchange Commission 10-K filing, this decision was made on the basis that the engine manufacturer for the aircraft type had breached a contract. So in this video, we take a look at how a contract dispute between United Airlines and Rolls-Royce has placed one of the airline industry’s longest-running aircraft orders in doubt, why a $175 million payment is now at the center of a legal battle, and how the future of 45 Airbus A350s suddenly became uncertain.
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Earlier this year, United Airlines signaled the removal of the Airbus A350-900 aircraft type from its order book. As per the SEC or Securities and Exchange Commission 10-K filing, this decision was made on the basis that the engine manufacturer for the aircraft type had breached a contract. So in this video, we take a look at how a contract dispute between United Airlines and Rolls-Royce has placed one of the airline industry’s longest-running aircraft orders in doubt, why a $175 million payment is now at the center of a legal battle, and how the future of 45 Airbus A350s suddenly became uncertain.
Want more Simple Flying YouTube videos? Our Long Haul channel goes more in-depth into aviation topics: youtube.com/c/LongHaulbySimpleFlying
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simpleflying.com
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simpleflying.com/flight-tracker
instagram.com/simpleflyingnews
facebook.com/simpleflyingnews
linkedin.com/company/simple-flying
tiktok.com/@simpleflying
Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/55uPzHwM524LreH1r8DLb4
Threads: simpleflying.com/threads
For copyright matters relating to this page, please contact us directly at: legal@valnetinc.com
Advertise With Simple Flying. Reach millions of aviation enthusiasts, frequent flyers, and industry professionals worldwide. Learn more about partnering with us: valnetinc.com/en/simpleflying
#aviation #flying #aircraft #simpleflying #longhaul #flight #planes #airport #avgeek #travel #airline #air #pilot #airbus #boeing #united #unitedstates #unitedairlines #a350 #engine #rollsroyce
