Delta Orders Airbus A350-1000 Jets

The longest version of the A350 will be a new type for the airline.

A rendering of Delta’s A350-1000 (Photo: Delta)

[ Aircraft Orders and Deliveries ]January 12, 2024 9:49 am ET

By Ryan Ewing

Delta has ordered 20 of Airbus’ A350-1000 aircraft, the largest variant in the A350 family. The Atlanta-based carrier also has options for 20 additional widebody aircraft.

The new aircraft will join Delta’s current fleet of 28 A350-900s. With deliveries slated to start in 2026, the A350-1000 will be a new type in the airline’s fleet.

“The A350-1000 will be the largest, most capable aircraft in Delta’s fleet and is an important step forward for our international expansion,” said Delta’s Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian in a press release.

According to Delta, the larger aircraft will see roughly 15% more premium seats than other retiring aircraft. In addition, the airline’s A350-1000 will be powered by Rolls-Royce’s Trent XWB-97 engines, a more powerful version of the engine that operates on the A350-900.

“The aircraft complements our fleet and offers an elevated customer experience, with more premium seats and best-in-class amenities, as well as expanded cargo capabilities,” Bastian added.

The A350-1000 has a range of 8,700 nautical miles, roughly 600 more nautical miles than its smaller -900 counterpart. The airline says it plans to use the new aircraft type “in long-haul markets and international hubs in support of Delta’s international expansion, replacing retiring planes and fueling growth.”

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Ryan founded AirlineGeeks.com back in February 2013 and has amassed considerable experience in the aviation sector. His work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Ryan has experience in several facets of the industry from behind the yoke of a Cessna 172 to interviewing airline industry executives. Ryan works for AirlineGeeks' owner FLYING Media, spearheading coverage in the commercial aviation space.

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Ryan founded AirlineGeeks.com back in February 2013 and has amassed considerable experience in the aviation sector. His work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Ryan has experience in several facets of the industry from behind the yoke of a Cessna 172 to interviewing airline industry executives. Ryan works for AirlineGeeks' owner FLYING Media, spearheading coverage in the commercial aviation space.