Project Sunrise A350-1000 ULR Aircraft
Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: Toulouse, France
Source: AFR
Qantas is introducing new Airbus A350-1000 ULR planes specifically designed for ultra-long haul flights, including non-stop routes from the east coast of Australia to London and New York. The aircraft are fitted with an additional fuel tank allowing a range of 16,668 kilometres, enabling longer flights than any aircraft in history. The first plane has had its engines installed at Airbus' Toulouse
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Aerospace & Defense, Airport
- Location
- Toulouse, France
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- AFR
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Taiyo status | Under Construction |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | Qantas is introducing new Airbus A350-1000 ULR planes specifically designed for ultra-long haul flights, including non-stop routes from the east coast of Australia to London and New York. The aircraft are fitted with an additional fuel tank allowing a range of 16,668 kilometres, enabling longer flights than any aircraft in history. The first plane has had its engines installed at Airbus' Toulouse facility and is expected to start test flying soon. The 12 new aircraft form the centerpiece of Qantas' $13 billion capital expenditure program, representing the biggest fleet revamp in its history. |
Original sector | Transport |
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Location
Country | France |
City | Toulouse |
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Source | AFR |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Airport |
Article published date | 2026-04-13 |
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