Airbus A350-1041 (A350-1000)

28 May 2026 · © Unknown

A British Airways Airbus A350-1000 (G-XWBK) captured from below on final approach, showcasing its modern carbon-fiber design and distinctive livery.

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Aircraft

A350-1041 (A350-1000) A35K

Standard British Airways livery

G-XWBK

Registration

Airline

British Airways

BAW / BA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Plus Apple iPhone 15 Plus back dual wide camera 5.96mm f/1.6

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Rare Bird, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 78.0

Dramatic belly shot with complete aircraft! Slightly harsh mid-day lighting flattens detail; polar angle is bold but less classic.

Location

Waye Avenue

London Heathrow Airport · LHR/EGLL

51.4773, -0.4142

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

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Aviation History

The A350-1000 is one of the world’s most modern long-haul jets, being the largest version of the A350 family, and is notable for its composite construction and advanced aerodynamics.

Fleet Rarity

British Airways is the largest European operator of the A350-1000, but the total worldwide fleet remains under 100 as of 2024.

Record Flights

Common on ultra-long-haul routes (e.g., London-Hong Kong, Singapore, etc.), though not the longest commercial routes.

Safety & Events

No major incidents associated with this frame or model as of 2024.

Future Outlook

In active passenger service; likely to remain in use with British Airways for at least a decade.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

73.79 meters

Length

16,100 kilometers

Range

903 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

369 passengers (typical 3-class layout)

Capacity

316,000 kilograms

MTOW

17.08 meters

Height

97,000 lbf (431 kN)

Thrust

Certified under ICAO Chapter 14; typical takeoff EPNdB: 94.7

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