Airbus has completed one of the most ambitious endurance trials in modern aviation, flying Qantas’ first A350‑1000ULR for 24 hours and 23 minutes non‑stop from Melbourne to Toulouse. The test, part of Qantas’ Project Sunrise, marks a decisive step toward launching ultra‑long‑haul routes that will connect Australia directly to London and New York. The aircraft, test‑registered F‑WULR and named Vega, departed Melbourne at 17:27 on 27 July 2026, routing eastward across the Pacif

Airbus and MTU Aero Engines have announced plans to create a new joint venture dedicated to developing and commercializing a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell engine, marking one of Europe’s most significant steps toward zero‑emission aviation. The initiative builds on the Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Paris Air Show in June 2025, and represents a major acceleration in both companies’ shared ambition to bring hydrogen propulsion to commercial aircraft. The joint v

Airbus has reached two major program milestones, confirming that total orders for the A220 have now exceeded 1,000 aircraft, while the A320 Family has crossed the 20,000‑order mark, reinforcing its position as the most successful commercial jet family in aviation history. The manufacturer announced the achievement alongside its latest commercial activity update, which included 379 gross orders and 81 aircraft delivered to 45 customers in May. The strong intake reflects sustai

Airbus has marked a major program milestone with the successful first flight of the A350‑1000ULR, the newest and longest‑range member of the A350 family. Designed to operate ultra‑long‑haul missions of up to 10,000 nautical miles, the aircraft completed a 3‑hour‑43‑minute maiden flight from Toulouse, initiating its dedicated certification campaign. The test aircraft, MSN 707, is equipped with Airbus’ newly developed rear centre tank (RCT), a key modification that increases fu

Airbus closed 2025 with strong commercial performance, reporting 793 aircraft deliveries, a 4% year‑on‑year increase, and securing 1,000 gross orders from 57 customers. The results underscore sustained global demand for Airbus’ single‑aisle and widebody product lines despite a challenging operating environment. The European manufacturer delivered aircraft to 91 customers worldwide, maintaining its upward trajectory for the third consecutive year. Deliveries by family type wer

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