China Airlines has placed a firm order for five more Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, increasing its total commitment for the type to 15. The new aircraft will complement the airline’s existing fleet of 15 A350-900s, which are deployed across its long-haul network.
According to China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang, the expansion of the A350-1000 fleet supports the carrier’s long-term growth strategy, focusing on fleet modernisation, improved long-haul competitiveness and enhanced passenger comfort.
Airbus welcomed the follow-on order as a strong endorsement of the A350-1000’s capabilities. The aircraft offers a range of up to 9,800 nautical miles (18,000 km) and delivers around 25% lower fuel burn, operating costs and CO2 emissions compared with previous-generation widebody aircraft, thanks to advanced aerodynamics, lightweight materials and Rolls-Royce engines.
The A350 is already certified to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with Airbus targeting 100% SAF capability by 2030. By the end of November 2025, the A350 Family had secured nearly 1,500 orders from 66 customers worldwide.
This post was published on 18 December 2025 16:01
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