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14 May 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 (B-LRD) on rotation at Sydney Airport, showcasing its elegant lines and efficient Trent XWB engines.

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Aircraft

Cathay Pacific standard livery

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

Manufacturer

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

A

Silver

Score: 85.0

Nice panning shot—clean A350 profile, full aircraft in frame, sharp registration, but background is a bit busy.

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

Insights

Aviation History

The A350-900 is a next-generation long-haul aircraft, notable for high efficiency and extensive use of composites. Cathay Pacific was an early major customer.

Fleet Rarity

Cathay Pacific operates a good-sized A350-900 fleet; the type is not rare within the airline but remains less common than A330s or 777s globally.

Record Flights

A350-900s are often used on long-haul routes, including flights of 14 hours by Cathay Pacific.

Safety & Events

No major incidents noted with B-LRD; the A350-900 fleet is generally regarded as safe and reliable.

Future Outlook

Still actively flying for Cathay Pacific.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

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

84,200 lbf (375 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant; 85-90 dB on approach

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