Starlux is on the verge of a significant fleet milestone as it prepares to take delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, promising new long-haul opportunities and expanded premium capacity.
Philippine Airlines has just taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-1041, positioning it for a new era in long-haul efficiency.
Riyadh Air has firmed up an order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, building on its ambitious expansion strategy as Saudi Arabia’s newest full-service carrier targets a rapid global network rollout.
British Airways A350-1000 Suffers Wheel Loss On Takeoff, after one of the aircraft’s main landing gear wheels detached during the takeoff roll from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport, prompting a serious but safely managed in-flight incident.
Japan Airlines A350-1000 MSN 756 Completes First Flight, marking a significant milestone in the carrier’s long-haul fleet renewal program and Airbus’ ongoing A350-1000 production schedule. The aircraft conducted its maiden flight on 23 January 2026, operating under Airbus test registration F-WZGO, as part of the standard pre-delivery flight test process required for all newly built widebody…
Emirates Delays Airbus A350-1000 Order Over Engine Concerns as the airline reassesses its long-haul fleet expansion strategy amid ongoing reliability and durability questions surrounding the aircraft’s powerplant. The decision underscores Emirates’ long-standing emphasis on operational performance and technical maturity when committing to major fleet investments.
Qantas has officially unveiled its first Airbus A350-1000ULR, marking a major milestone in the airline’s Project Sunrise initiative, which will connect Australia directly to London and New York with non-stop flights of up to 22 hours — the longest commercial routes in the world. The aircraft was assembled at Airbus’s Toulouse facility, where its fuselage, wings, and landing gear have now been successfully joined, signifying the…
Etihad Airways is preparing to expand its next-generation widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, further strengthening its long-haul capabilities and reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a global aviation hub. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 743, is powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, among the most powerful and efficient turbofans currently in commercial service. These…
Delta Air Lines is preparing to expand its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900neo, bearing MSN 2014. The aircraft, sourced directly from Airbus, is part of Delta’s broader strategy to modernize its long-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
Air India has taken a significant step in its fleet modernization with the delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The jet, registered as VT-JRO, carries manufacturer serial number (MSN) 719 and is powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, marking a milestone in the airline’s widebody fleet expansion strategy.
