Airbus A350-900

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05 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 lifting off for a long-haul journey on a rainy day.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Delta Air Lines Standard Livery

N520DN

Registration

Airline

Delta Air Lines

DAL / DL

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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

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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

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Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is one of the latest-generation long-haul widebody airliners, known for composite construction and high fuel efficiency. Delta Air Lines is one of the few North American A350 operators.

Fleet Rarity

Delta operates a moderate fleet of A350-900s; not extremely rare but not common globally in North American airline fleets.

Record Flights

Used for long transpacific and transatlantic routes, including some ultra-long-haul segments (e.g., Atlanta-Seoul).

Safety & Events

Generally a safe and reliable aircraft. Delta introduced the A350 as its new flagship international aircraft.

Future Outlook

A350-900s are expected to remain in service for the next 10-20 years.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

300-350 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

84,200 lbf (374.5 kN) per engine

Thrust

QC/1 - ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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