NEWSFeb 12, 2026Air Canada Orders Eight Airbus A350-1000Air Canada has disclosed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, a move designed to upgrade the airline’s long-haul fleet and support its global expansion strategy. The order was previously listed as undisclosed in November 2025.Read More →
STORIESJan 28, 2026Why British Airways BA274 Braved the Atlantic After Losing a TireAviation investigators and social media sleuths are today, January 28, 2026, dissecting a remarkable trans-Atlantic crossing that saw a British Airways widebody aircraft shed a main landing-gear wheel shortly after takeoffRead More →
ROUTESJan 06, 2026Starlux Takes Delivery of First A350-1000 for US East Coast PushStarlux Airlines has officially entered a new era of ultra-long-haul travel. On January 6, 2026, the Taipei-based carrier took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, marking a pivotal milestone in its aggressive strategy to conquer the North American market, specifically targeting the lucrative U.S. East Coast.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2026Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Immobilized at London Heathrow Following Nose Gear Steering FailureA Qatar Airways Airbus A350-1000 was immobilised on a primary runway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following a critical steering malfunction during its arrival from Doha.Read More →
NEWSDec 24, 2025No "Mate's Rates" in the Sky as Qantas Bans All Staff (Including CEO) From New A350 First ClassIn a move that signals just how "ultra" Qantas intends its new ultra-long-haul product to be, the Flying Kangaroo has made a rare and dramatic policy shift: barring all staff from its upcoming Airbus A350 First Class cabins.Read More →
NEWSDec 23, 2024Ethiopian Airlines Expands Fleet with Second Airbus A350-1000Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopia's national carrier, has taken delivery of its second Airbus A350-1000, registered as ET-BAX. This advanced aircraft is powered by Trent XWB-97 engines, further solidifying the airline’s commitment to modernizing its fleet.Read More →
NEWSNov 08, 2024Ethiopian Airlines Launches Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 Service to LagosEthiopian Airlines has launched its first Airbus A350-1000 service to Lagos, Nigeria, marking a notable achievement as the first African airline to operate this advanced aircraft.Read More →
INFORMATIONALMay 08, 2024Smoking in the SkySmoking in some places was allowed on airplanes until the early-2000s. Legislation and rules now prohibit it, which can land you with harsh legal action if caught. What rules against smoking exist in 2024?Read More →
NEWSFeb 22, 2024Airbus Showcases A350-1000 Powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Singapore AirshowAirbus showcased its A350-1000 aircraft, powered by a 35% blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), at the Singapore Airshow. The company showed refueling on February 18 at Changi Airport (SIN) by pumping 12.8 tons (11.6 metric tons) of a 35% blend of SAF and conventional jet-A fuel into the widebody.Read More →
NEWSFeb 19, 2024Singapore Airshow Takes Flight Without Boeing as Airbus and Comac Seize the SpotlightThe biennial Singapore Airshow has taken flight but is missing a notable attendee. Boeing has not displayed any commercial aircraft at the event, opening the door for competitors Airbus and now Comac to steal much of the spotlight.Read More →
