Qantas has confirmed the launch date for its hotly anticipated nonstop service between Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The carrier says the first flights under the Project Sunrise program will begin in October 2027, and the route will immediately become the world’s longest scheduled commercial flight, at up to 22 hours.
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Qantas’ Very First Airbus A350-1000 Nears Completion
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- November 8, 2025
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On November 6th, Australian carrier Qantas put out a post on social media announcing that its first Airbus A350-1000ULR (Ultra Long Range) is now on the final assembly line in Toulouse! Accompanying the announcement was video showing the aircraft being put together.As highlighted by the carrier, it’s a significant step in Project Sunrise, which will link Australia’s east coast with London and New York.