Qantas Tests New Ultra Long Range Airbus in 17,000km Direct Flight from France to Melbourne Qantas' recent test flight of its new ultra long range Airbus A350 1000ULR has set a precedent for Australian air travel.
The aircraft completed a 19 hour non stop journey from France to Melbourne, demonstrating its capabilities as a potential game changer in the industry.
The success of such flights depends not only on the aircraft's capabilities but also on the crew's ability to cope with the psychological and physical demands of ultra long haul travel.