STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has taken delivery of its first of 18 A350-1000s, becoming the 11th global operator of the largest version of the A350.
The new A350-1000 will join a fleet of 10 A350-900s already in service with the airline, deployed on premier long-haul services from Taipei to Europe and North America, as well as selected destinations within the Asia-Pacific region.
The airline plans to launch its initial European routes in the second half of 2026.
STARLUX currently operates an all-Airbus fleet comprising the A321neo, the A330-900, and the A350-900 aircraft.
Livery
To mark the arrival of its newest fleet member, STARLUX has unveiled a striking livery that reflects both innovation and identity.
The design integrates the airline’s signature visual elements with a carbon-fibre motif, representing the advanced composite materials integral to the aircraft’s construction. The prominent ‘1000’ emblazoned on the fuselage highlights the aircraft’s designation as the largest in-production Airbus model, now serving as the airline’s new flagship.
Cabin Layout
STARLUX’s A350-1000 has four classes with a total of 350 seats, including:
- 4 First Class across a single row
- 40 Business Class in a 1-2-1 layout
- 36 Premium Economy in a 2-3-2 layout
- 270 Economy Class in a 3-3-3 layout
First Class
The 4 First Class suites are built with a 60-inch door wall, allowing passengers to have a personal suite on the aircraft. Passengers get a personal wardrobe to store their baggage.
Seats convert into a fully lie-flat bed, there is a minibar for passengers to drink beverages whenever they want and a 32-inch high-definition personal screen.
Business Class
The seats feature a 48-inch door, convert into a fully lie-flat bed, and have a 24-inch with 4K high-definition screen.
Premium Economy
Premium Economy Class seats have a leg rest and footrest bar, a 15.6-inch high-definition personal screen, and free Wi-Fi.
Economy
Economy Class seats have an S-shape and ultra-thin seatbacks to increase leg room.
Economy Class has the typical 3-3-3 layout [Image: STARLUX]
Glenn Chai, STARLUX CEO:
“The delivery of our first A350-1000 marks the beginning of a new era in STARLUX’s long-haul capabilities.
” 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.”
Airbus A350
The A350’s all-new design incorporates state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics, delivering outstanding operational efficiency and passenger comfort.
The A350 features the Airspace cabin, with wide seats, high ceilings and ambient lighting designed to create a relaxing passenger atmosphere.
Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, the A350-1000 offers enhanced efficiency and reliability.
The use of new generation engines and lightweight materials brings a 25 per cent advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, compared to previous generation aircraft.
Like all Airbus aircraft, the A350 is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus aims to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030.
At the end of November 2025, the A350 Family had won nearly 1,500 orders from 66 customers worldwide.
About STARLUX
STARLUX is a Taiwanese private airline. Based at Taoyuan International Airport in Taipei, it started operations in 2020.
Routes: STARLUX Airlines flies primarily from its hub in Taipei (TPE) to destinations across
- Asia (Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Indonesia)
- North America (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Ontario, California)
STARLUX plans to expand to Europe in 2026 and then to the US East Coast.
Fleet: STARLUX has an all-Airbus fleet of 30 aircraft:
- 13 Airbus A321neo
- 6 Airbus A330neo
- 10 Airbus A350-900
- 1 Airbus A350-1000
Alliance: None
