{"id":159160,"date":"2026-09-29T19:01:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T13:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=159160"},"modified":"2026-09-29T18:40:28","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T13:10:28","slug":"airbus-a350f-takes-off-in-toulouse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/29\/airbus-a350f-takes-off-in-toulouse\/","title":{"rendered":"Airbus A350F Operates its 1st Test Flight, Deliveries Starts in 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

TOULOUSE\u2014<\/strong> Airbus has flown its A350F freighter<\/a> for the first time, marking a major milestone for the company\u2019s effort to enter the modern large-freighter market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aircraft, MSN700 with registration F-WXLD, departed Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) at around 10:30 a.m. CET on September 29 and began a flight-test campaign expected to support certification in 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The maiden flight moves the A350F from extensive ground testing into an approximately 400-hour flight-test programme. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airbus plans to use two test aircraft before targeting the first customer deliveries in the second half of 2027, giving the manufacturer several months to validate the freighter\u2019s unique aerodynamic and cargo-related systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Airbus Starts Flight Testing of A350F<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first aircraft will concentrate on aerodynamic performance, handling qualities and autopilot functions as Airbus progressively expands its flight envelope. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A second aircraft, MSN701, will focus on systems testing, including air conditioning, fire and smoke systems and operations in hot and cold conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airbus has already completed extensive ground work, including ground vibration testing, cargo-door trials and high-speed rejected-takeoff tests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The manufacturer also used simulator sessions to prepare crews for the first flight and validate the freighter\u2019s flight-control systems before MSN700 took off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the A350F shares its foundation with the passenger A350 family, Airbus must verify a separate aerodynamic model because of the freighter\u2019s different configuration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Missed the #A350F<\/a>'s first takeoff? We have you covered.

Watch the exact moment our new freighter left the ground in Toulouse. pic.twitter.com\/2h3m77Hull<\/a><\/p>— Airbus (@Airbus) September 29, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>