Qatar Airways launches service Philadelphia

Qatar Airways was the official launch customer for the A350 and continues to be the leader in deploying the state-of-the-art aircraft around the world. As the last new commercial airliner scheduled for the coming decade, the A350 partnership marks Qatar Airways’ strong investment in technology, a superior travel experience and its commitment to maintaining one the youngest, most advanced fleet in the sky.

“The Airbus A350 XWB was designed from start to finish to meet the needs of today’s international flyer,” said Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker. “At Qatar Airways, we never cease searching for new ways to enhance the passenger experience and with the A350, we have the ideal platform to take global aviation into the next decade.” 

Among the many advancements of the Airbus A350, the aircraft features a host of eco-efficiency tools, which combine for a 25% reduction in emissions versus the current generation of airliners. The aircraft has an overall capacity of 283 passengers, including 36 business class seats, placed in a spacious 1-2-1 configuration. 

Perhaps most welcome of all, the new aircraft boasts an extensive set of features proven to reduce jet lag. The A350 is equipped with a dynamic LED lighting system, which cycles tones and colours to suit the time of day and destination. A high precision air management system filters the air every few minutes and is combined with lower cabin pressure and optimal humidity to counter the effects of international travel and refresh passengers on arrival. 

“The A350 has transcended modern aviation standards and our only challenge has been choosing which of our over 150 destinations would be among the first to enjoy it,” said Al Baker. “The city of Philadelphia has been an outstanding partner since we launched in 2014 and it is our pleasure to reward regional travellers with the chance to experience the future of global aviation, today.”