The Airbus A350-1000 is the largest and longest variant of the Airbus A350 XWB (Extra Wide-Body) family, a state-of-the-art series of long-range, wide-body, twin-engine jet airliners. Designed as a direct competitor to the Boeing 777-300ER and 777X, it offers increased capacity and extended range over its smaller sibling, the A350-900.
Here are its main characteristics:
- Type: Wide-body, twin-engine jet airliner.
- Family: The larger member of the A350 XWB family, alongside the A350-900.
- Capacity: Typically seats between 350 and 410 passengers in a three-class configuration, making it a high-capacity option for long-haul routes.
- Range: Possesses exceptional ultra-long-haul capabilities, designed to fly some of the world's most demanding and longest commercial routes non-stop.
- First Flight: Made its maiden flight in November 2016, entering commercial service in February 2018.
- Distinguishing Features: Its most noticeable difference from the A350-900 is its significantly stretched fuselage, providing the extra capacity. It also features more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, a modified wing trailing edge, and a new six-wheel main landing gear bogey to support the increased weight. Like all A350s, it benefits from extensive composite material use, advanced aerodynamics, and a comfortable, quiet cabin with large windows and high ceilings. The distinctive "eyebrow" cockpit windows are also present.
- Usage: Deployed by airlines on their busiest and longest intercontinental routes where high passenger volumes and fuel efficiency are paramount.
The A350-1000 represents the pinnacle of Airbus's twin-engine long-haul offerings, combining impressive capacity and range with the latest advancements in fuel efficiency, environmental performance, and passenger experience.
