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Airbus completes first flight of the A350-1000ULR for Qantas, targeting inaugural non-stop Sydney–New York service

Airbus says the first A350-1000ULR took off from Toulouse and flew for 3 hours 43 minutes over France and the French Atlantic coast. Developed for Qantas, the ultra-long-range variant is intended to enable non-stop Sydney–New York flights and additional ultra-long-haul connectivity to London.

2026-06-05T07:00:58.165682-07:00

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Philippine Airlines to start A350-1000 Manila–Toronto service from June 5, 2026

2026-06-05T04:11:38.266303-07:00

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Iberia A350-900 grounded in Guayaquil after wingtip strikes fire truck during water-cannon salute

2026-06-04T14:42:54.123914-07:00

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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

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Airbus completes first flight of the A350-1000ULR for Qantas, targeting inaugural non-stop Sydney–New York service Airbus says the first A350-1000ULR took off from Toulouse and flew for 3 hours 43 minutes over France and the French Atlantic coast. Developed for Qantas, the ultra-long-range variant is intended to enable non-stop Sydney–New York flights and additional ultra-long-haul connectivity to London.

2026-06-05T07:00:58.165682-07:00

Airbus completes first flight of the A350-1000ULR for Qantas, targeting inaugural non-stop Sydney–New York service

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Philippine Airlines to start A350-1000 Manila–Toronto service from June 5, 2026 Philippine Airlines will begin operating its Airbus A350-1000 on the Manila (MNL)–Toronto Pearson (YYZ) route starting June 5, 2026, with YYZ becoming the airline’s second North American destination. The launch follows PAL’s continued commitment to keeping 2026 A350-1000 deliveries on schedule.

2026-06-05T04:11:38.266303-07:00

Philippine Airlines to start A350-1000 Manila–Toronto service from June 5, 2026

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Iberia A350-900 grounded in Guayaquil after wingtip strikes fire truck during water-cannon salute An Iberia Airbus A350-900 was taken out of service at Guayaquil (GYE) after its wingtip struck an airport fire truck during the ceremonial water-cannon salute. The aircraft sustained damage to its left wing, remained grounded pending repairs, and the subsequent flight back to Madrid was cancelled.

2026-06-04T14:42:54.123914-07:00

Iberia A350-900 grounded in Guayaquil after wingtip strikes fire truck during water-cannon salute

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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up Farnborough International Airshow organisers have unveiled an initial wave for the 20-24 July 2026 event, teeing up what they call the largest and most diverse flying programme in decades. The first set spans 163 aircraft/teams, with highlights including a Lockheed Martin F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747.

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

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Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X Singapore Airlines is reported to be in talks with both Airbus and Boeing for a major long-haul fleet renewal package covering at least 50 of their largest widebodies—either Airbus A350-1000s or Boeing 777Xs—according to industry sources. The discussions are framed as supporting the carrier’s next phase of growth from next decade.

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X

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Philippine Airlines takes delivery of second Airbus A350-1000 as transpacific expansion accelerates Philippine Airlines has welcomed its second Airbus A350-1000 into service in Manila, underscoring its ramp-up of transpacific long-haul capacity. The airline said seven additional A350-1000s are due through 2027 as it builds out the widebody network.

2026-05-31T20:56:12.800003-07:00

Philippine Airlines takes delivery of second Airbus A350-1000 as transpacific expansion accelerates

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Qantas pushes back Project Sunrise A350-1000 ULR launch to 2027 amid first-delivery slip Qantas says passengers will have to wait several more months before boarding its highly anticipated Project Sunrise ultra-long-haul service. The airline will not receive its first Airbus A350-1000 ULR aircraft until 2027, extending the timeline for the program’s long-range cabin and network rollout.

2026-05-27T18:58:10.862456-07:00

Qantas pushes back Project Sunrise A350-1000 ULR launch to 2027 amid first-delivery slip

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Airbus moves into development phase for ultra-luxe First Class Experience on A350-1000 Airbus has formally entered the development phase for an ultra-luxe First Class Experience for the A350-1000 widebody. The plan is already being shaped with input from airlines, which are considering specific design elements ahead of the program’s broader rollout.

2026-05-27T18:42:58.608270-07:00

Airbus moves into development phase for ultra-luxe First Class Experience on A350-1000

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Airbus completes first flight of the A350-1000ULR for Qantas, targeting inaugural non-stop Sydney–New York service

Philippine Airlines to start A350-1000 Manila–Toronto service from June 5, 2026

Iberia A350-900 grounded in Guayaquil after wingtip strikes fire truck during water-cannon salute

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

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