Business Insider
27 Jun 2026, 08:48 UTC · 3h ago
Inside the specially-modified Airbus jet built for the world's longest flights
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Business Insider
27 Jun 2026, 08:48 UTC · 3h ago
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Qantas will launch nonstop flights between Sydney and London in October 2027 using custom Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft. — Creates a significant competitive advantage and new revenue stream from high-yield premium travelers by eliminating stopovers.
+0.40The Project Sunrise aircraft will feature a low-density cabin of 238 seats, significantly lower than the typical 400-seat A350-1000 capacity. — Lower seat density increases the per-seat cost and operational risk, though it targets higher-paying premium segments.
+0.20Project Sunrise experienced a five-year delay due to COVID-19, aircraft redesign complexity, Rolls-Royce engine defects, and supply chain issues. — Highlights historical execution risks and dependence on third-party engine reliability (Rolls-Royce) and supply chains.
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Airbus has commenced flight testing of the modified A350-1000ULR in France to achieve European certification. — Positive progress toward operationalization, reducing the risk of further timeline slippage.
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The company is launching 'Project Sunrise' to open new market opportunities and attract premium travelers with record-breaking nonstop flights.
Airbus is successfully developing and flight-testing the highly modified A350-1000ULR for a major carrier.
The company's Trent XWB-97 engines were cited as one of the reasons for the five-year project delay.
The airline's current record for the world's longest flight will be dethroned by Qantas.
[a_to_b] Airbus is supplying and modifying A350-1000ULR aircraft for Qantas' Project Sunrise.
[a_to_b] Rolls-Royce provides the Trent XWB-97 engines for the Airbus A350 aircraft.
[mutual] Qantas aims to surpass Singapore Airlines' record for the world's longest flight.
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