16 July, 2018:STARLUX Airlines, a new full-service airline based in Taipei, Taiwan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the purchase of 17 aircraft, comprising 12 A350-1000s and five A350-900s.
The news follows a decision by the airline earlier this year also to select Airbus for its regional single aisle fleet, with a plan to finalise leases for 10 A321neo aircraft from third party lessors by the end of the year.
STARLUX Airlines will develop a network spanning destinations across Asia and long haul services to North America. The carrier will start regional operations in early 2020, followed by long haul services early in 2022.