A350-1000ULR flies 24h nonstop transpacific return from Melbourne

The Airbus A350-1000ULR, part of Qantas’s Project Sunrise, completed a demanding 24-hour non-stop transpacific return flight from Melbourne to Toulouse. Utilizing an Indian Ocean route for the outbound journey, the ultra-long range aircraft undertook its most challenging test yet. The flight represents a significant milestone in validating the aircraft's capabilities and endurance. Airbus confirmed the total duration of this critical test was precisely 24 hours. This transatlantic crossing provided valuable data regarding performance and operational considerations for the A350-1000ULR.