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Airbus A350F delayed to 2027 amid supply chain issues

Conner Haddow
Last updated: 23 February 2025 18:38
By Conner Haddow
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The Airbus A350F has been delayed to 2027
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Airbus may be experiencing delays in the introduction of the A350F due to supply chain issues. The freighter aircraft could be delayed up to 2027, a year ahead of its planned entry into service.

Although the manufacturer has not publicly commented on the matter, they are expected to soon publish its annual results. This may give insight into the issues surrounding the introduction and production of the A350F.

Airbus has struggled to produce A350s at a higher rate due to issues with Spirit AeroSystems, a US manufacturer that has been experiencing setbacks with quality control. Industry sources have claimed that Spirit AeroSystems are unable to deliver fuselage parts for the A350F, which is the reason for the delayed introduction of the freighter. This may affect the production rate of passenger A350s too, which is currently at six aircraft per month.

The A350F is a freighter variant of the A350
The A350F is a freighter variant of the A350 © Eric Salard

Who does this affect?

Airbus announced the A350F programme in 2021, giving interested airlines ample time for consideration.  Approximately nine airlines have ordered the A350F with 66 airframes ordered.

Etihad Airways and Starlux Airlines are the biggest customers of the freighter, both with 10 orders each. Other buyers include Air France, Singapore Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Air Lease Corporation have ordered seven while an undisclosed customer has ordered three.

Concept of a Starlux A350F
Concept of a Starlux A350F © Airbus

The A350F

Airbus’ A350F is a freighter based on the model of the A350. However, it has been modified to bring the “latest-generation efficiency” to the freighter market. By efficiency, Airbus refers to changes to fuel burn, CO₂ emissions, and economics. The A350F is set to pass all ICAO requirements.

Overall, fuel burn and CO₂ emissions are advertised as 40% lower than average. This is achieved through the freighters’ engine of choice. The A350F will use Trent XWB-97 engines, which are the most reliable and durable, latest-generation engines.

Finally, the aircraft will feature an “advanced cargo door”. This door will measure at a cut-out dimension of 175 inches, and a clear opening of 169.5 inches. This surpasses the nose and side doors of the B747F  while being 15% wider than the B77F’s door.

The A350F will the sixth freighter that Airbus have produced, replacing the famous Beluga, which was discontinued last month.

 

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Duty Editor Intern -- Multi-Media Journalism student at Bournemouth University. Has a keen interest in sports and music journalism, but is exploring the wonders of aviation.
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