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19 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Virgin Atlantic's Airbus A350-1000 'Red Velvet' on the ramp at night, showcasing the modern fuselage and iconic livery.

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Kiwi Aviation · 19 Apr 2026

Perfect timing!

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Aircraft

Virgin Atlantic standard livery with \'Red Velvet\' nose art

Airline

Virgin Atlantic

Manufacturer

Achievements

Night Owl, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

Open map

London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

Virgin Atlantic was one of the early operators of the Airbus A350-1000, and this aircraft (\'Red Velvet\') marked the airline\'s next-generation fleet modernization.

Fleet Rarity

Virgin Atlantic operates a modest-sized fleet of A350-1000s, one of fewer than 200 A350-1000s produced as of 2024.

Record Flights

A350-1000s are typically used by Virgin Atlantic on long-haul routes such as London to New York, Los Angeles, and Johannesburg, though not the absolute longest-range version (ULR).

Safety & Events

No major incidents known for this specific aircraft; the type has had a smooth entry to service.

Future Outlook

Active and in operation with Virgin Atlantic as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

73.79 meters

Length

14,800 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

369 passengers (in Virgin Atlantic configuration)

Capacity

316,000 kg

MTOW

17.08 meters

Height

97,000 lbf (431 kN) per engine

Thrust

QC/0.5 on departure, QC/0.25 on arrival (London standard), ICAO Chapter 14 compliant

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