Singapore Airlines weighs order for at least 50 Airbus or Boeing jets

Singapore Airlines is in early talks with Airbus and Boeing to buy at least 50 large wide-body jets as it maps out its next growth phase for the next decade. The carrier is seeking offers for Boeing's roughly 400-seat 777X or Airbus' smaller A350-1000, with options for dozens more aircraft also under discussion. SIA declined to comment on possible confidential talks, while Airbus and Boeing also declined comment. The airline said last month it still plans to add capacity even as some rivals trim flights because of higher oil prices. The discussions could also give Airbus and Boeing a fresh read on demand for bigger jet variants, including Airbus' proposed A350-2000 and possible future 777X developments.