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Airbus targets late September 2026 for delayed A350F freighter’s first flight

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Airbus is preparing to fly the A350F for the first time in the third week of September 2026, according to industry sources cited by Reuters, bringing the delayed freighter toward its certification campaign. The schedule remains tentative and could slip into early October.

Discovered 2026-08-18T06:21:04.109987-07:00 | 2026-08-18T06:21:04.109987-07:00

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  • The first flight would mark a key milestone toward certification and entry into service for Airbus’ composite-built widebody freighter, which is intended to challenge Boeing’s longstanding position in the global air-cargo market.
  • The tentative schedule—and potential shift into early October—keeps program timing relevant for cargo operators, lessors and suppliers planning future fleet capacity and production commitments.
  • The A350F’s lower weight and fuel-efficiency claims are central to its commercial proposition, with implications for operators evaluating long-term freighter economics.

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