Airbus A350
The A350 is Airbus's newest long-haul jet. More than half of its structure is carbon-fibre composite, which saves weight and fuel, and its quiet cabin and higher humidity make long flights less tiring.
Airbus A350 specifications
| Type | Wide-body twin jet |
|---|---|
| Maker | Airbus |
| First flight | 2013 |
| In service since | 2015 |
| Seats | 300–350 typical (A350-900) |
| Range | about 15,000 km (A350-900) |
| Cruise speed | about 900 km/h (Mach 0.85) |
| Length | 66.8 m (A350-900) |
| Wingspan | 64.75 m |
| Engines | 2 × Rolls-Royce Trent XWB |
| Code on flight trackers | A359, A35K |
Where you'll see it
Qatar Airways was the first operator. Etihad, Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific also fly it.
How to recognise it
Black "raccoon mask" around the cockpit windows and long wingtips that curve gently upwards.
Track a live Airbus A350
Open the live flight map and tap any plane. The flight details show its aircraft type, and Airbus A350 flights carry the code A359.
Questions and answers
How many seats does the Airbus A350 have?
The Airbus A350 usually has 300–350 typical (A350-900) seats. The exact number depends on each airline's cabin layout.
How far can the Airbus A350 fly?
Its range is about 15,000 km (A350-900), depending on passengers, cargo and wind.
How fast does the Airbus A350 fly?
It cruises at about 900 km/h (Mach 0.85).
How can I recognise a Airbus A350?
Black "raccoon mask" around the cockpit windows and long wingtips that curve gently upwards.
How do I track a Airbus A350 live?
Open the live map on fly24 and tap any plane: its aircraft type is shown in the flight details. Airbus A350 flights show the code A359.