Airbus’ ‘Flying Parcel’ Freighter Is About To Take Its First Flight: Here’s What To Watch For

Airbus is approaching a major milestone for its newest freighter, with the first A350F flight-test aircraft preparing to take to the skies for the first time. Registered as F-WXLD, the aircraft rolled out on August 19 wearing a distinctive ‘flying parcel’ livery, and its maiden flight is currently targeted for around September 24, although Airbus could push the event into October if additional preparations are required. Once the aircraft gets airborne, avgeeks around the world will have a rare opportunity to watch the arrival of an entirely new generation of large freighters, with the Simple Flying Flight Tracker providing a useful way to follow the aircraft once its test flights become visible.