Lufthansa to launch first A350‑1000 on Munich‑Tokyo route on 3 December 2026
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Lufthansa will operate its inaugural Airbus A350‑1000, registered D‑AIFA and named Deutschland, on the Munich–Haneda service from 3 December 2026, featuring a four‑class Allegris cabin and a special centenary livery.
Launch date and route
The airline announced that the first A350‑1000 will be deployed on the Munich–Tokyo Haneda route beginning 3 December 2026.
Aircraft configuration
The aircraft, bearing registration D‑AIFA and the name Deutschland, will carry 49 Business Class seats—including eight suites—35 Premium Economy seats and 212 Economy seats, delivering 40 % more Business and Premium Economy capacity than previous‑generation aircraft.
Fleet and livery
The A350‑1000 will be the seventh aircraft in Lufthansa’s centenary fleet to display a special anniversary livery and marks the 700th Airbus aircraft handed over to the Lufthansa Group.
Orders and deliveries
Lufthansa Group has placed an order for 15 A350‑1000s to be delivered by 2030, with the first ten scheduled to operate from Munich.
Fuel efficiency
Powered by Rolls‑Royce Trent XWB‑97 engines, the new A350‑1000 is expected to reduce fuel consumption by 25 % compared with previous‑generation aircraft.
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