Airbus A350 Family

A long-range widebody family designed around composite materials, advanced aerodynamics and Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines.

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Overview

The A350 is Airbus’s new-generation long-range widebody platform. The A350-900 and larger A350-1000 are the principal passenger variants. Extensive composite use in the fuselage and wings, modern cockpit architecture, a wide cabin and long-range capability are central features. The type plays an important role in intercontinental networks and fleet-renewal programs.

Key features

Composite-intensive fuselage and wing, Trent XWB engines, modern cockpit, long range, and advanced aerodynamic/cabin design.

Key points

First flight14 June 2013 (A350-900)

Entry into service15 January 2015, Qatar Airways

Global count730 aircraft 'in fleet' — Airbus, end of July 2026

Production statusActive. A350-900 and A350-1000 production continues, while the A350F freighter program is also in development/production.

Selected major operators

Singapore Airlines — 65; Qatar Airways — 62; Cathay Pacific — 48 (2026 source snapshots).

Note: Fleet counts can change frequently due to deliveries, leasing, storage, retirements and internal transfers. Figures are therefore shown with their source date.

Data sources and freshness

Fleet and production figures were compiled from Airbus, Boeing and current operator lists available in August 2026. Because fleet counts change continuously, each figure should be treated as a dated snapshot.

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