Airbus A350-900

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08 May 2026 · © AviatorShots81

China Southern Airlines Airbus A350-900 taxiing in early morning mist with its distinctive raked winglets on display.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

China Southern Airlines standard livery

B-324S

Registration

Airline

China Southern Airlines

CSN / CZ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Sony A7M4 Sigma 70-200mm F2.8

Achievements

Night Owl, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Location

Polderbaan spotting

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol · AMS/EHAM

52.3420, 4.7071

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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol AMS

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Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is a leading next-generation long-haul widebody airliner, noted for its efficiency, range, and advanced composite structure.

Fleet Rarity

China Southern is one of only a handful of Chinese carriers to operate the A350. The type is moderately rare globally but common among major international airlines.

Record Flights

A350-900s are used for many ultra-long-haul flights, including segments over 15 hours, linking Asia with Europe, North America, and Oceania.

Safety & Events

No notable incidents specifically involving this aircraft; the type is known for operational reliability.

Future Outlook

Active; in regular passenger service since recent delivery.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 kilometers

Range

900 km/h

Speed

300-350 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kilograms

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

Up to 84,000 lbf (374 kN)

Thrust

Approx. 90-95 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

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