Fly nonstop from London to Sydney: Qantas plans 22-hour direct flight
Qantas Airways is preparing to launch the world's longest direct flight between London and Sydney using modified Airbus A350-1000 jets. The journey is expected to take between 19 and 22 hours.
Why it matters
This development represents a major milestone in aviation technology and long-haul travel efficiency.
1 of 2 | A Qantas plane prepares to land at Sydney Airport in Sydney, Australia, Feb. 21, 2013. (AP Photo/Rick Rycroft, File)
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