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03 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

China Eastern Airlines Airbus A350-900 (B-304N) seen taxiing at the airport with its sleek sharklet wingtips.

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Aircraft

Standard China Eastern Airlines livery

Airline

China Eastern Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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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

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is a next-generation, long-haul, wide-body aircraft that replaced older types like the A340 and complements the Boeing 787 for many airlines. It is recognized for fuel efficiency and composite materials.

Fleet Rarity

China Eastern has a growing A350 fleet, but the A350-900 is becoming more common with over 400 built by 2023.

Record Flights

Used on ultra-long routes such as Singapore SFO nonstop and some of China\'s longest international routes.

Safety & Events

No major incidents reported for this particular frame.

Future Outlook

In active service for long-haul and premium regional flights.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km

Range

907 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

315 passengers (typical 3-class)

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

370 kN (Trent XWB-84)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant (approximately 90 dB takeoff at 1,500m)

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