Airbus A350-900

21 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

China Airlines Airbus A350-900 B-18901 taxiing on a clear day, showcasing its elegant curves and signature plum blossom tail.

6 likes 4 comments

Comments (4)

Advait S · 21 Apr 2026

Clean!

Judge Dredd · 21 Apr 2026

Thanks guys, much appreciated!

Kiwi Aviation · 21 Apr 2026

Brilliant!

Siliconserver · 21 Apr 2026

Fantastic shot!

More like this

Aircraft

A350-900 A359

China Airlines standard livery with pink plum blossom tail

B-18901

Registration

Airline

China Airlines

CAL / CI

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

3 badges earned

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

Open map

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is a leading example of the latest generation of long-haul aircraft, featuring advanced composites and efficiency. China Airlines\' A350 fleet introduced new levels of comfort and efficiency to its long-haul routes.

Fleet Rarity

China Airlines operates a moderate-sized A350-900 fleet; the type itself is not especially rare worldwide but is less common than Boeing 777 or A330.

Record Flights

A350-900 is commonly used for long-haul routes, including transpacific and Europe-Asia flights operated by China Airlines.

Safety & Events

No major incidents reported for B-18901.

Future Outlook

Still in active service as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

300-350 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

370 kN (83,000 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (~85-88 dB on approach)

Noise