Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken delivery of its first
Airbus A350-1000 which is set to become the airline’s new international aircraft, initially flying on the Tokyo to New York route.
JAL’s A350 is configured in four classes. The first class section features six suites, each with a choice of three modes: sofa, seat and single bed or double bed. The Business Class also offers suites, with 54 seats and privacy doors. Meanwhile, the Premium Economy Class (24 seats) and Economy Class (155 seats) both feature more personal space and comfort in their respective categories.
JAL has ordered 31 A350 aircraft, comprising 18 A350-900s and 13 A350-1000s. The carrier has been operating the A350-900 on high density Japanese domestic routes since 2019. The A350 is the world’s most modern and efficient widebody aircraft and the long-range leader in the 300-410 seater category. The A350’s clean sheet design includes ‘state of the art’ technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort.
The aircraft’s new-generation engines and use of lightweight materials make it the most fuel efficient large widebody aircraft. The A350 is the quietest aircraft in its class featuring a 50% noise footprint reduction versus the previous generation aircraft, making it a good airport neighbour wherever it flies.
By the end of last month, the A350 Family had notched up 1,070 firm orders from 57 customers worldwide, making it one of the most successful widebody aircraft ever.