Etihad Airways In Talks On Airbus Order. November 11, 2013 Abu Dhabis Etihad Airways is in talks to buy jets from Airbus even as it puts finishing touches to a reported deal with rival Boeing, people familiar with the matter said. At least one of the deals could be announced at next weeks Dubai Airshow, marking the first time the Abu Dhabi carrier has played a significant role at the showcase event hosted by its closest rival, Emirates, the people said. The number of orders being discussed and the value of the deal was not immediately clear. Etihads potential interest includes the Airbus A320neo, as well as a modified or expanded order for its long-haul A350 aircraft, one source said. Etihad and Airbus both declined to comment.
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