Edelweiss Air AG has officially retired its first Airbus A340-313, marking a milestone in the airline’s long-haul fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft, registered HB-JMG (MSN 562), was originally delivered new to SWISS in 2003 before being transferred to Edelweiss under the same registration.
Edelweiss Air, the leisure carrier based in Switzerland and a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 079 and is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, which are renowned for their high efficiency, reduced emissions, and low operating costs in the long-haul sector.
Edelweiss Air, Switzerland’s leading leisure airline, has announced the appointment of Jens Fehlinger as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors. Fehlinger steps into the role, succeeding Dieter Vranckx, who previously led the board with a focus on growth and strengthening Edelweiss’s market position. Fehlinger’s appointment signals Edelweiss Air’s commitment to continuity in leadership while bringing fresh perspectives…
