Aircraft Type
Airbus A350 “Modern Long-Haul Master”
The Airbus A350 is a cutting-edge, long-haul widebody aircraft designed to compete with Boeing's 787 Dreamliner, featuring advanced composite materials and exceptional fuel efficiency for modern long-distance air travel.
IATAA35ICAOA350ManufacturerAirbusRange15,000 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
Revolutionary composite airframe design that significantly reduces aircraft weight and dramatically improves fuel efficiency compared to previous generation wide-body jets
The A350 uses approximately 25% less fuel per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, making it one of the most environmentally friendly long-haul commercial jets in service today
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A350 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
66.8 m
Length
64.8 m
Wingspan
17.1 m
Height
Performance
15,000 km
Range
907 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Rolls-Royce Trent XWB
Engines
Airbus Family
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How It Compares
vs. Boeing 787 Dreamliner
✓Slightly longer range and higher passenger capacity
✗More fuel-efficient design and advanced composite materials
vs. Boeing 777
✓More modern design with newer generation engines
✗Larger payload capacity and established market presence
vs. Airbus A330neo
✓Newer generation technology and improved aerodynamics
✗Slightly shorter range compared to the A350