Airbus A350-900

22 Mar 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 seen during a rainy day taxi at the airport — a modern long-haul twin-jet in advanced composite design.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Delta Air Lines standard livery

N524DN

Registration

Airline

Delta Air Lines

DAL / DL

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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

Achievements

Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Weather Warrior, Airbus Aficionado

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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

Airport

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Aviation History

Delta was the first U.S. airline to operate the A350; the A350-900 is regarded as one of the world\'s most efficient and advanced long-haul aircraft.

Fleet Rarity

Delta operates one of the larger A350-900 fleets in North America, but this type remains less common in the U.S. compared to Europe and Asia.

Record Flights

Delta uses the A350-900 on long transpacific and transatlantic routes, though not the ULR version for the world\'s longest flights.

Safety & Events

The A350-900 series has had a strong safety record and is widely praised for comfort and efficiency. No major incidents reported for Delta\'s A350s.

Future Outlook

Still active and in service with Delta as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km

Range

910 km/h

Speed

325 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

84,200 lbf

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant, ~82-85 dB

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