The first of Finnair's next-generation Airbus A350 XWB aircraft has been unveiled at a special delivery ceremony at the Airbus delivery centre in Toulouse, France on 7 October 2015. Finnair will be the first European airline to fly the Airbus A350 XWB.

"This moment heralds a new and exciting chapter in Finnair's 92-year history. The A350 is the future of flying and will give our passengers a completely new and enhanced travel experience," said Finnair CEO, Pekka Vauramo.

"At Airbus, we're proud and delighted to see Finnair, one of the world’s longest-standing and most respected airlines, become the first European carrier to fly the A350,” said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO. “The A350's unrivalled fuel efficiency and passenger comfort make it the perfect aircraft to spearhead Finnair's Asian expansion.‎"

Finnair has ordered a total of 19 A350's, making it the biggest investment in its history. The first four aircraft are expected to arrive in 2015, with another seven being delivered in 2016 and 2017. The complete order will be fulfilled by 2023.

The A350's first scheduled commercial flights from Helsinki to Amsterdam and Oslo will be on 9 October 2015 as a part of its crew familiarisation tour. The first Finnair Airbus A350 XWB will enter into long-haul service on 21 November 2015 on Finnair's Helsinki–Shanghai route.