# Ultra-Long Range Airplanes The New Airbus A350-900 Will Service 19-Hour Direct Flights By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbus-a350900 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ultra-long-range-a350-900-worlds-longest-commercial-passenger-route/39863/) & [airbus](http://www.airbus.com/presscentre/pressreleases/press-release-detail/detail/airbus-launches-new-ultra-long-range-version-of-the-a350-900/) The newest version of Airbus A350-900 commercial airliner, the Airbus A350-900ULR (Ultra-Long Range), is designed to operate the world's longest direct flight thanks to its ability to fly for up to 19 hours non-stop. This airliner boasts a range of up to 16,112 km, and has been tapped by [Singapore Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-inflight-beverage) to operate direct flights from Singapore to Los Angeles and Singapore to New York. The Airbus A350-900 can fly these ridiculous distances thanks to a number of changes made to its construction. These include a modified fuel setup that increases its fuel-carrying capacity from 141,000 liters to 165,000 liters, a range of aerodynamic refinements and an increase in the maximum take-off weight to 309 tons. While the thought of spending 19 hours in an airplane may not sound pleasant, there's no question that the [ultra-long haul flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-transat-adds-agadir) set to be offered by the new Airbus A350-900 are a game-changer in [airline travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnifica-air). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ultra-long Range Airplanes:** The Airbus A350-900ULR enables airlines to offer direct flights lasting up to 19 hours non-stop. - **Increased Fuel Capacity:** The modified fuel setup in the Airbus A350-900 increases its fuel-carrying capacity, paving the way for extended flights. - **Aerodynamic Refinements:** The Airbus A350-900 incorporates aerodynamic refinements to optimize fuel efficiency and enable longer flights. ### Where This Applies - **Civil Aviation:** The ultra-long range capability of the Airbus A350-900 opens up opportunities for airlines to explore new routes and expand their offerings. - **Airline Travel:** The Airbus A350-900's ability to operate direct flights lasting up to 19 hours redefines long-haul travel possibilities for passengers. - **Fuel Technology:** The increased fuel-carrying capacity of the Airbus A350-900 highlights the need for advancements in fuel technology to support longer flights. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Air Travel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airspace-cabin-vision-2035-concept.md) - [Range-Roving Cargo Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rangeroving-cargo-drone.md) - [Ultra-Fast Private Jets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-8000.md) - [Newly Optimized Airbuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newly-optimized-airbus.md) - [Regional Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wright-spirit.md) - [Jet Lag-Alleviating Airline Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabin-lighting-system.md) - [Hydrogen-Powered Hypersonic Airplanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-magnetar.md) - [Opulent Hotel-Like Jumbo Jets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lufthansa-technik-explorer.md) - [Premium Commercial Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnifica-air.md)