What Happened
German Carrier Expands Long-Haul Fleet with Modern Airbus Widebody
Lufthansa has announced the launch destination for its first Airbus A350-1000 widebody, with the maiden commercial flight set to depart Munich for Tokyo Haneda Airport on December 3, 2026. The aircraft, registered D-AIFA and named Deutschland, features Lufthansa’s special centenary livery and the Allegris cabin. Following the Tokyo launch, Shanghai and Singapore will also be added to the destination portfolio, with the A350-1000 and A350-900 operating alternately. The introduction of the A350-1000 is part of Lufthansa’s largest fleet modernization effort, aimed at increasing sustainability and premium services. This development was first reported by AeroTime.