ITA Airways' new flagship is (almost) ready
The new Airbus A350 with blue livery has made its first test flight
ITA Airways
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ITA Airways' new A350-900 with blue livery has made its first test flight. A state-of-the-art aircraft, the A350 will arrive in the fleet in June to serve new intercontinental routes that the airline will open from Rome Fiumicino in the 2022 summer season to Los Angeles, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, and Tokyo.
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The introduction of the Airbus A350 to ITA Airways' fleet, represents an important step toward sustainability in line with the international "Fit for 55" protocol, whose goals ITA Airways shares.
The arrival of the flagship will enable the Company to equip itself with modern, environment-friendly aircraft distinguished by state-of-the-art technologies with the goal of reducing in the '21-'25 plan period the CO2 Of 750,000 tons.
During the first flight, the Airbus A350 with new blue livery flew in cruise phase to complete the preparatory cycle for ITA Airways' entry into operations.
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The A350 is part of the family of widebody, the most modern and efficient in the world, and is the undisputed leader in long-haul. It is the lightest, quietest and most efficient aircraft in its class.
The 70% reduction in weight was achieved through the use of advanced and lighter materials, while innovative aerodynamics and the world's most efficient large Rolls-Royce aircraft engine (the Trent XWB) allow the aircraft to optimize range and payload for the benefit of efficiency. Indeed, thanks to the new aircraft, ITA Airways will benefit from a 25% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 per passenger than previous generation aircraft and any other aircraft in the category.
On the A350-900 every detail is designed with aerodynamic efficiency in mind, from the curved line of the 3D windshield to the opening of the flaps. This state-of-the-art, nature-inspired aerodynamics includes unique wing morphing technology that continuously optimizes the airfoil to reduce drag and lower fuel consumption.
