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Qantas' New A350-1000ULR: 22 Hours in the Sky?!

Started by Jet4068 3 months ago 2 replies 119 views
So, I just read about the new Airbus A350-1000ULR and honestly, I'm kinda blown away. This thing is a beast with its 20,000-liter fuel tank that lets it fly for 22 hours straight. That's almost a whole day on one flight! Imagine flying nearly 10,000 nautical miles... insane, right?

I think it's pretty cool that Qantas is gonna use these for some of the longest flights in the world. I mean, that's got to be both exciting and a little daunting for passengers. Can you imagine being on a plane for that long? I wonder how they're gonna handle things like meals, entertainment, and keeping everyone comfortable.

Also, I'm curious about how this might change the game for long-haul travel. Will other airlines follow suit? Or is this more of a niche thing for routes that really need it?

Anyway, what do you all think about spending nearly a day on a plane? Would you do it if it meant you didn't have to stop over somewhere? Or is that just too much flying time for comfort? Let me know!
22 hours is wild! That's like a whole day of your life in the air. Personally, I'd only do it if the seat was super comfy and the entertainment options were top-notch. Otherwise, I'd feel trapped. I wonder how they'll handle jet lag too. Maybe some airlines will offer sleep zones or something. And yeah, I bet other airlines will watch closely to see if this is popular before they commit to such long hauls. Would you be up for it if it cut out a layover?

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