Airbus A350-900

14 May 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 rotating on takeoff, showcasing elegant curved wingtips and the airline's signature livery.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Cathay Pacific (current standard livery)

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Registration

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

CPA / CX

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 FUJIFILM XC50-230mmF4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

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

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 90.0

Beautifully sharp capture with dramatic climb and full wing flex, clean sky helps the Cathay Pacific livery pop.

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 a next-generation widebody known for its composite construction, fuel efficiency, and long range; key to modernizing many international fleets. Cathay Pacific is a major A350 operator in Asia.

Fleet Rarity

One of 30 A350-900s in Cathay Pacific\'s fleet; globally a fairly common aircraft, not rare.

Record Flights

The A350-900 has been utilized for ultra-long flights such as Hong Kong to Washington, but is not the furthest-flying A350 variant (A350-900ULR holds that record).

Safety & Events

Cathay Pacific has used its A350s for pandemic repatriation and cargo flights; this specific frame has not been linked to major incidents.

Future Outlook

Currently active and expected to remain a fleet mainstay for many years.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

315 passengers (typical 3-class)

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

84,000 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

Certified for ICAO Chapter 14 (varies by configuration, around 85-90 dB at takeoff)

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