Taiwan’s China Airlines orders additional Airbus A350-1000
Taiwanese airline, China Airlines, has ordered an additional five Airbus A350-1000, bringing the total orders to 15. These aircraft will join the carrier’s current fleet consisting of 15 A350-900s that operate on the airline’s long-haul route network.
“The expansion of our A350-1000 fleet signifies an important step in our long-term growth strategy. The impressive efficiency and passenger comfort of the A350 match our fleet modernization objectives, improving long-haul competitiveness, and offering a superior travel experience to our customers,” declared Kao Shing-Hwang, President of China Airlines.
“We greatly value our long-standing partnership with China Airlines. This additional order is a strong vote of confidence in the A350-1000, seen as the right aircraft for China Airlines’ future aspirations. Its efficiency, range, and next-generation cabin comfort will bring even more value to the airline and its passengers,” said Benoit de Saint-Exupéry, Executive Vice President of Commercial Aircraft Sales at Airbus.
Characteristics of the A350
The A350 is the world’s most modern widebody aircraft, designed to fly up to 9,800 nautical miles / 18,000 kilometers non-stop, setting new standards for intercontinental travel.
The aircraft boasts cutting-edge technology and aerodynamics offering unparalleled standards of efficiency and comfort.
Its latest generation Rolls-Royce engines and the use of lightweight materials provide 25% savings in terms of fuel consumption, operational costs, and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions compared to competing aircraft of the previous generation.
The A350’s unique Airspace cabin offers passengers and crews the most modern onboard products for a comfortable flight experience.
Like all Airbus aircraft, the A350 can operate with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) up to 50%. Airbus aims to achieve a SAF capacity of 100% for its aircraft by 2030.
As of the end of November 2025, the A350 Family had received nearly 1,500 orders from 66 customers worldwide.
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