Etihad launches first A350 on London-Abu Dhabi route

Etihad Airways has launched operations of its first Airbus 350 from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi. This flight was a part of Etihad’s Sustainability50 program designed as a testbed to drive operational efficiencies and reduce aviation’s impact on the environment. Jeremy Pollock, Country Manager, UK & Ireland, Etihad Airways, said: “We are very proud of the launch of operations for our Airbus A350 aircraft in the UK. The aircraft will provide our guests with a world-class inflight experience whilst having the knowledge that they are choosing a more sustainable method of travel.” Airbus claims that the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-powered Airbus A350