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United Drops the A350 From its Plans Amid Dispute With Rolls-Royce

The airline is in a contractural battle with the engine-maker, and no longer expects to take the airplane, United explained this week to investors.

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Brian Sumers
Feb 13, 2026
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Dear readers,

United Airlines has removed its order for 45 Airbus A350s from its long-term fleet plans amid a contractural dispute with Rolls-Royce, the only company that makes engines for the airplane, according to a new filing.

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