BANGKOK, 27 April 2018: The ultra long range version of the A350 XWB, MSN 216 has successfully completed its first flight.
The latest variant of the A350 XWB Family will be able to fly further than any other commercial airliner and will enter service with launch operator Singapore Airlines in the second half of this year.
Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, the aircraft has embarked on a short flight test programme to certify the changes over the standard A350-900 that will extend its range capability to 9,700 nautical miles.
The aircraft is capable of flying over 20 hours nonstop.
Singapore Airlines has ordered seven A350-900s for nonstop flights between Singapore and the US, including the world’s longest commercial service between Singapore and New York.
