Airbus A350-900

29 Mar 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 (N520DN) taxiing in daylight, showcasing the modern Delta livery and distinctive A350 winglets. For Delta Kid

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Katl_spotter13 · 29 Mar 2026

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Judge Dredd · 29 Mar 2026

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Katl_spotter13 · 29 Mar 2026

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Judge Dredd · 29 Mar 2026

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Sportx · 29 Mar 2026

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Katl_spotter13 · 29 Mar 2026

Thank you!!!!

Katl_spotter13 · 29 Mar 2026

Stunning!

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Registration

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Manufacturer

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Gear

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Achievements

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Location

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

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Aviation History

The Airbus A350-900 is a state-of-the-art long-haul widebody airliner, notable as the first A350 in Delta’s fleet and part of their modernization efforts. It is renowned for its fuel efficiency and advanced technology.

Fleet Rarity

Delta operates one of the largest A350 fleets in the US, but the type is still relatively rare globally compared to A320 or 777 families.

Record Flights

Used on Delta’s longest transpacific and transatlantic routes, including flights exceeding 14 hours from the US to Asia.

Safety & Events

The Delta A350 fleet has had no known major incidents. These aircraft replaced older Boeing 747s in Delta’s fleet.

Future Outlook

Still flying, active in the Delta long-haul fleet as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84

Engine

64.75 meters

Wingspan

66.8 meters

Length

15,000 kilometers

Range

903 km/h

Speed

300-350 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kilograms

MTOW

17.05 meters

Height

374 kN (84,000 lbf)

Thrust

LEQ <90 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

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