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Qantas A350-1000ULR Completes 22-Hour Nonstop Test Flight

July 28, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Qantas's A350-1000ULR flew 22 hours nonstop from Melbourne to Toulouse.
The flight was part of Airbus's test program.
The aircraft took a northeastern route over the Pacific.
Qantas has 12 A350-1000ULRs on order.

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Strategic Implications

This test flight may indicate the A350-1000ULR's potential for ultra-long-haul routes, which could benefit Qantas's Project Sunrise plans. The flight's success suggests that the aircraft could be a viable option for nonstop flights between Australia and Europe, which could have significant implications for the airline industry.

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What Happened

Airbus Widebody Twinjet Flies Long Way Round From Melbourne To Toulouse

Qantas’s first Airbus A350-1000ULR has completed a 22-hour nonstop test flight from Melbourne to Toulouse as part of Airbus’s flight test program. The aircraft, bearing the test registration F-WULR, flew a northeastern route over the Pacific, crossing the International Date Line and passing near French Polynesia. Qantas has 12 A350-1000ULRs on order, which will be used for its Project Sunrise plans to operate nonstop flights between Australia and Europe. The flight was reported by Simple Flying.

Source | Originally Published: July 27, 2026

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