Qantas Delays Delivery of Airbus A350-1000ULR, Impacting Project Sunrise Launch
Qantas has announced a delay in the delivery of its Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft, which are crucial for its Project Sunrise ultra-long-haul flights. The first delivery is now expected in April 2027, a shift from the previous late 2026 estimate. This delay affects Qantas's plans to launch non-stop flights from Sydney to London and New York. The airline needs three of these aircraft to begin daily operations on these routes. Despite the delay, Qantas is working closely with Airbus to ensure the delivery and certification process is on track. The first aircraft has entered the paint shop in Toulouse, and a two-month flight test program is set to begin soon. 
