Airbus Completes 24-Hour Test Flight for Qantas' Ultra-Long-Haul Jet
Airbus conducted a successful nonstop test flight lasting over 24 hours, marking progress in the development of its ultra-long-range A350 aircraft. The modified A350-1000ULR model is intended to support Qantas Airways' planned direct flights between Australia and Europe. This milestone brings Airbus closer to delivering a solution for long-haul travel without refueling, potentially reshaping the aviation industry's approach to transcontinental routes. For Qantas, it represents an opportunity to enhance its global connectivity by offering nonstop services from Sydney or Melbourne directly to European destinations.
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