Australia's national airline, Qantas, has begun practical testing of its 'Project Sunrise' aircraft, designed for ultra-long-haul direct flights that could exceed 24 hours in the air.

Qantas has revealed its first specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR, designed for 'Project Sunrise' to operate ultra-long-haul flights up to 22 hours, optimized for range endurance and passenger well-being.

Australian airline Qantas announced 'Project Sunrise,' set to launch in October 2027, which will be the world's longest direct flight, lasting 22 hours without any stops.

Qantas Airways completed its longest flight ever, a 24-hour, 24-minute journey between Australia and France. The airline also announced that ultra-long-distance Project Sunrise flights between Sydney and London will go on sale in February 2027.

Qantas Airways is leveraging science to make its upcoming 20-hour ultra-long-haul flights less fatiguing, revealing plans for a 'wellness zone,' increased legroom, and pre-scheduled meals. These innovations are part of 'Project Sunrise,' set to launch next year.

Qantas's Project Sunrise, which involves long-haul A350 jets, has been delayed again, with deliveries now expected in 2027. The airline attributes these delays to ongoing supply chain issues affecting aircraft manufacturing.

Australian airline Qantas successfully tested a new ultra-long-haul aircraft, flying continuously for over 19 hours from France to Australia, in preparation for the world's longest routes.

Australian airline Qantas is set to launch the first-ever direct flights between Sydney and London in October next year, under the 'Project Sunrise' initiative, reducing travel time to 19 hours.

Qantas is preparing to launch its Project Sunrise flights next year, offering non-stop services from Sydney to London and New York, covering over 10,000 miles in approximately 22 hours using specially configured Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft.