Airbus A350-900

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01 May 2026 · © Unknown

Singapore Airlines Airbus A350-900 on short final approach, notable for its modern winglets and ultra-long-haul capacity.

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Aircraft

A350-900 A359

Singapore Airlines

Airline

Singapore Airlines

SIA / SQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

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Insights

Aviation History

Singapore Airlines was the launch customer for the A350-900 ULR, famously flying the world\'s longest non-stop commercial route (SIN-EWR).

Fleet Rarity

Singapore Airlines operates one of the world’s largest fleets of A350-900s; the type itself is relatively common for new-generation widebody fleets.

Record Flights

World’s longest non-stop commercial service: Singapore to Newark (~18 hours, ~16,700 km with A350-900ULR variant)

Safety & Events

No major incidents unique to the A350-900 in Singapore Airlines fleet; known for excellent safety record.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in service for many years as part of Singapore Airlines’ flagship fleet.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB

Engine

64.75 m

Wingspan

66.8 m

Length

15,000 km (with ULR variant up to 17,960 km)

Range

903 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

Typically 315–369 passengers

Capacity

280,000 kg

MTOW

17.05 m

Height

339–374 kN (76,000–84,000 lbf)

Thrust

Under ICAO Chapter 14 standards; typical approach noise ~85 dB(A)

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