Cockpit
A dark wraparound cockpit mask gives the nose a visor-like appearance.
Quick identification
How to identify the Airbus A350-900
Entering service in 2015, this advanced widebody is built with over 50% composite materials and features curved wingtips.
The Quiz catalogue includes 21 Airbus A350-900 livery references, including Air China, Air France, Air India, British Airways.
Wingtips
Long, smoothly curved wingtip extensions sweep upward.
Contrast
The 787 has more scalloped engine nacelles; the A350’s nacelle edge is cleaner.
Reference data
Airbus A350-900 specifications
Use proportions and configuration as supporting clues; exact weights, range and cabin layouts vary by operator.
- Length
- 66.8 m
- Wingspan
- 64.8 m
- Max take-off weight
- 283.0 t
- Range
- 15,000 km
- Capacity
- Up to 480 passengers
What should you check first?
Picture the aircraft without its paint scheme. Name three physical clues before opening the answer.
Reveal the Airbus A350-900 clues
- Cockpit: A dark wraparound cockpit mask gives the nose a visor-like appearance.
- Wingtips: Long, smoothly curved wingtip extensions sweep upward.
- Contrast: The 787 has more scalloped engine nacelles; the A350’s nacelle edge is cleaner.
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