The Taiwanese airline China Airlines has ordered another five Airbus A350-1000, bringing the total orders to 15. The planes will join the carrier’s current fleet, comprised of 15 A350-900 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 exceptional efficiency and passenger comfort of the A350 align with our fleet modernization objectives, improving long-haul competitiveness and delivering a superior travel experience to our customers,” stated Kao Shing-Hwang, President of China Airlines.
“We greatly appreciate our long-standing partnership with China Airlines. This subsequent order is a strong vote of confidence in the A350-1000, considered 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,” 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 includes cutting-edge technology and aerodynamics that offer unmatched efficiency and comfort standards.
Its latest-generation Rolls-Royce engines and use of lightweight materials provide a 25% savings in terms of fuel consumption, operating costs, and carbon dioxide emissions (CO₂ ) compared to the competing aircraft of the previous generation.
The A350’s exclusive 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 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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