The launch of Qantas’ A350-1000ULR service marks a new chapter in aviation. Distances that once required multiple stops can now be crossed directly, creating faster, simpler, and more seamless passenger journeys. Advanced Trent XWB-97 engine technology plays a crucial role in this transformation allowing airlines to operate flights that redefine the boundaries of long-haul travel and bring the world closer together.
Rolls-Royce is proud to be continuing its long history of powering Qantas’ long-haul aircraft. It began in 1979 when Qantas took delivery of the Boeing 747 powered by the Rolls-Royce RB211. And in 2008, Qantas’ introduction of the A380 powered by the Rolls-Royce Trent 900 marked a major step forward enabling one-stop connectivity between its key routes such as Sydney and London. The next chapter arrives with the A350-1000 powered by Trent XWB-97 transforming that route into a reliable non-stop service. This transition from one-stop to non-stop represents a significant evolution in capability, underpinned by decades of collaboration and shared commitment between Qantas and Rolls-Royce. Rolls-Royce will remain the trusted partner in enabling the future of long-distance travel, powering flights that connect the world through resilient and proven technology.