Airbus delivery problems: Qantas A350 not until 2027

Qantas is waiting! Airbus is Struggling with Delivery Problems

2026-06-01 Source: dpa | Translated by AI 1 min Reading Time

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Airbus is still struggling with its supply chain. This is particularly felt by the Australian airline Qantas, which will now likely have to wait even longer for a dozen modified A350 aircraft ...(Source: Airbus) — Airbus is still struggling with its supply chain. This is particularly felt by the Australian airline Qantas, which will now likely have to wait even longer for a dozen modified A350 aircraft ...
(Source: Airbus)

The world's largest aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, is still struggling with delivery difficulties, as reported by dpa. For instance, the Australian airline Qantas will now receive the first aircraft of the 12 ordered modified long-range jets of the A350 type only from April 2027, according to Airbus. However, Qantas had expected delivery by the end of 2026. Airbus cites difficulties within the supply chain but does not provide further specifics. Qantas plans to use the modified European aircraft primarily for non-stop ultra-long-haul flights (between Sydney and New York as well as London). Unfortunately, it now appears that the launch of these routes, most recently planned for mid-2027, will be delayed. Additionally, months of test flights are customary before delivery.

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