Aircraft of week: A350-1000

Enhanced range and performance

The A350-1000 is the longest-fuselage version of Airbus’ A350 XWBs.

Measuring nearly 74 metres from nose to tail, the A350-1000 – scheduled to enter service in 2017 – is the longest-fuselage version of Airbus’ all-new family of widebody jetliners, which is designed for high efficiency, maximum reliability and optimised performance. 

In a typical three-class configuration, featuring Airbus’ 18-inch-wide economy class seats for modern comfort, the A350-1000 seats a total of 366 passengers. Combined with a range of 7,950 nautical miles, this represents a significant revenue-generating advantage for operators. The aircraft also can be configured for a higher-density layout to accommodate up to 440 passengers.

As a member of the A350 XWB Family, the A350-1000 is helping found the Airspace by Airbus cabin concept, which creates the perfect space for both airlines and their passengers. Airbus is committed to delivering superior performance and passenger experience, and its Airspace by Airbus philosophy delivers a next-generation cabin concept inspired by four key attributes: comfort, service, ambience and design.

The A350-1000 is the longest-fuselage version of Airbus’ A350 XWBs.

 

Increased efficiency

Powering the A350-1000 will be higher-thrust Trent XWB engines from manufacturer Rolls-Royce, which will allow this largest A350 XWB to attain even greater levels of efficiency.

The engine will provide additional payload capability and range, along with 97,000 lbs. of thrust on take-off – making it the most powerful engine ever developed for an Airbus aircraft.  With these specially-tailored Trent XWB powerplants, the A350-1000 will be capable of supporting the development of long-haul routes for emerging markets such as Shanghai-Boston or Paris-Santiago, as well as more traditional flight segments as Manchester-Los Angeles or Dubai-Melbourne – all while burning 25 percent less fuel than its nearest competitor.