Airbus A350-900

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Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 (B-LRD) seen taxiing with its distinctive winglets and sleek design, a key player in the airline’s modern long-haul fleet.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Cathay Pacific standard livery

B-LRD

Registration

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

CPA / CX

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 FUJIFILM XC50-230mmF4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 85.0

Crisp, well-lit A350 profile; foreground fence is a slight distraction but overall a strong catch.

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

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Aviation History

The Airbus A350 XWB is a next-generation long-range twinjet known for its advanced composite materials and fuel efficiency. Cathay Pacific was one of the launch customers. Aircraft B-LRD is part of Cathay’s substantial A350 fleet.

Fleet Rarity

Common aircraft model and livery in Cathay Pacific fleet.

Record Flights

The A350-900 is used for some of the world’s longest routes, including flights from Hong Kong to North America and Europe.

Safety & Events

No major incidents involving this frame are publicly recorded.

Future Outlook

This frame is expected to remain in active service for several years as part of Cathay’s modernized long-haul fleet.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

315-369 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

84,000 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

Typical certified ICAO Chapter 4

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