A New Era Lifts Off: STARLUX Takes Delivery of Taiwan’s First A350-1000, Powering Long-Haul Expansion

TAIPEI, Taiwan & LOS ANGELES & TOULOUSE, France, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Marking a major transcontinental milestone, Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines today took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 wide-body aircraft, becoming the first Taiwanese airline to operate the aircraft type. The aircraft, registration B-58551, was officially handed over at Airbus’s Toulouse headquarters and flown nonstop to Taipei by STARLUX Chairman K.W. Chang. Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport early this morning, the aircraft was greeted with a ceremonial water salute.

“The delivery of our first A350-1000 marks the beginning of a new era in STARLUX’s long-haul capabilities,” said STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai. “With extended range compared to the A350-900, this aircraft can reach the U.S. East Coast while delivering exceptional fuel efficiency and superior passenger comfort, allowing us to extend our signature service from Taipei to even more destinations across North America and Europe.”