Airbus A350-900

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04 Jun 2026 · © Siliconserver

Lufthansa Airbus A350-900 D-AIXW climbs out, showing off its modern lines and distinctive curved wingtips.

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Jak · 05 Jun 2026

Amazing shot!

Delta_airlineskid08 · 05 Jun 2026

Love the livery!

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Lufthansa (current livery)

D-AIXW

Registration

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-6700 E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 92.0

Crisp focus with readable reg, classic 3/4 climbout angle, and great wing flex against dramatic sky—publishable quality!

Location

Visitors hill

Munich Airport · MUC/EDDM

48.3555, 11.7733

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Munich Airport MUC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

First A350 delivered to Lufthansa, the launch customer in Germany for this type; the A350 line is known for its advanced composite fuselage, fuel efficiency, and next-generation systems.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa is a major A350 operator, but as of 2024, fewer than 500 A350-900s in service globally.

Record Flights

A350-900 is used for ultra-long-haul flights, including Singapore-Newark (world\'s longest at one time, by other carriers). Lufthansa deploys on flagship intercontinental routes.

Safety & Events

Lufthansa\'s A350 fleet has had primarily a safe record with only minor issues. No major accidents with this airframe.

Future Outlook

Active in service as part of Lufthansa\'s ongoing long-haul fleet modernization.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

325 passengers (typical 3-class)

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

2 × 84,200 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

Quieter than ICAO Chapter 4 requirements; under 85 dB on approach

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