Thai Airways International’s (THAI) first A350 XWB has rolled out from cabin furnishing and engine installation process at the Airbus final assembly line in Toulouse, France.

The A350-900 aircraft will now proceed for further ground and flight testing, and be delivered later this year to THAI.

The A350 XWB family will bring efficiency and comfort in the long-range market, as well as cater to the needs of Asia-Pacific airlines, Airbus claimed.

"The A350 XWB is the latest generation airliner and the newest member of Airbus’ wide-body product family."

The A350 XWB is the latest generation airliner and the newest member of Airbus’ wide-body product family.

It features the latest aerodynamic design, carbon fibre fuselage and wings, in addition to fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines.

The inclusion of latest technologies result in operational efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and a 25% reduction in fuel burn and emissions.

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Last month, Ethiopian Airlines took delivery of its first Airbus A350-900, becoming the first African operator of the A350 XWB aircraft.

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