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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Elias Visontay

Qantas announces plans for non-stop flights between Europe, UK, and Australia

A Qantas Airbus A350-1000 flight test aircraft flies over Sydney Harbour
A Qantas Airbus A350-1000 flight test aircraft flies over Sydney Harbour. Twelve Airbus A350-1000's will operate non-stop flights from Australia's east coast to New York, London and other destinations. Photograph: James D Morgan/Getty Images

Qantas has unveiled details of the ultra-long-haul aircraft it plans to run on non-stop flights from Sydney and Melbourne to London and New York by the end of 2025, as questions are raised about the emissions benefits and spending priorities of the airline.

Confirming reports that have swirled in recent days, Qantas announced its mega order with European plane manufacturer Airbus for 12 of its A350-1000 aircraft. These will be run on the so-called “Project Sunrise” flights, with the first to be delivered in 2025.

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