Taiwanese airline company, China Airlines has ordered an additional five Airbus A350-1000, bringing their total orders to 15. These aircraft will join the carrier’s existing fleet, composed of 15 A350-900 currently operating on the company’s long-haul route network.
“_The expansion of our A350-1000 fleet marks another significant step in our long-term growth strategy. The A350’s outstanding efficiency and passenger comfort align with our fleet modernization objectives, improving long-haul competitiveness, and offering a superior travel experience for our customers_”, states **Kao Shing-Hwang**, **President of China Airlines**.
“_We greatly value our longstanding partnership with China Airlines. This subsequent order is a strong vote of confidence in the A350-1000, deemed the right aircraft for China Airlines’ future ambitions. Its efficiency, range, and next-generation cabin comfort will bring even greater value to the airline and its passengers_”, states **Benoit de Saint-Exupéry**, **Executive Vice President of Commercial Aircraft Sales for Airbus**.
#### A350 Features
The A350 is the most modern widebody aircraft in the world, designed to fly up to 9,800 nautical miles / 18,000 kilometers non-stop, setting new standards for intercontinental travel.
The aircraft combines cutting-edge technology and aerodynamics, offering unparalleled efficiency and comfort standards.
Its next-generation Rolls-Royce engines and the use of lightweight materials provide a 25% savings in terms of fuel consumption, operating costs, and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions compared to the aircraft of the preceding generation of competitors.
The unique A350 Airspace cabin offers passengers and crews the most modern onboard products for a comfortable flight experience.
Like all Airbus aircraft, the A350 is already capable of operating with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) up to 50%. Airbus aims to achieve a 100% SAF capacity 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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