Airbus A350-900

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20 Jul 2026 · © AviatorShots81

Brand new Emirates Airbus A350-900 on approach, showing off its distinctive curved wingtips and sleek design.

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alex (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶) · 21 Jul 2026

Amazing shot!

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Emirates standard livery

A6-EXB

Registration

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-7M4 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports 023

Achievements

Golden Hour Glory, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 95.0

Jaw-dropping close-up; dramatic angle, superb detail on engines and fuselage, and gorgeous storm-lit backdrop—exceptional work!

Location

Runway 23 Holtkoppel / Kniep

Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport · HAM/EDDH

53.6406, 10.0053

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Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport HAM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is one of the most advanced widebody airliners, featuring an extensive use of composites, and represents Emirates\' new strategy of diversifying from an all-Boeing 777/A380 fleet. Emirates received its first A350-900 in 2024.

Fleet Rarity

As of mid-2024, Emirates is among the newest operators of the A350-900; their A350 fleet will number 50 when all are delivered, but only a handful are in operation so far, making this a relatively rare sight in Emirates colors.

Record Flights

A350-900s are used for very long-haul flights, including Dubai to North America and Australasia. Notable for being capable of nonstop flights of 15 hours.

Safety & Events

A new addition to the Emirates fleet, so no major incidents yet for these airframes. The A350 family generally has an excellent safety record.

Future Outlook

Brand new in 2024, the future fate is regular scheduled service for years to come.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 km

Range

900 km/h

Speed

300-350 passengers, typical 3-class configuration

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

84,000 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

QC/2 ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, typical approach noise 85-90 dB

Noise