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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 1d

Today, we welcomed our very first Airbus A350-900 with the traditional naming ceremony with the aircraft’s two godparents, Swiss tennis champion Stan Wawrinka and Rayan Favre, the winner of our social media contest – we proudly named our newest aircraft “Lausanne”.🇨🇭 #flyswiss

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 5d

Welcome home #HBIFA. ✈️😍 A historic milestone for SWISS: on 9 October 2025, our very first Airbus A350-900 touched down at Zurich Airport at 3.25 p.m., marking the beginning of a new chapter in our company’s history. 🛬 #flyswiss #AirbusA350 #HBIFA #SWISSwanderlust

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 6d

Today marks a milestone for us as our very first @Airbus A350-900 is scheduled to land as #LX5359 in Zurich for the first time. For the latest updates, make sure to keep an eye on our channels or track the flight on @FlightRadar24. 😍#flyswiss #AirbusA350 #HBIFA #SWISSwanderlust #LX5359

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 13d

A maintenance shift like no other. ⚙✈
Saved the best activity for last. 🤫

#flyswiss #flyswisscrew #aviation #maintenance #avgeek
#flyswiss #avgeek

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 19d

This view never gets old. 😍☁️ Are you a window-seat dreamer or more of an aisle-seat traveler? Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 22d

And action: Our new SWISS Safety Video takes you from NYC to Switzerland. 🎬 With clear safety guidance, real crew & stunning views. 🇨🇭 Premiering on board our first Airbus A350. Rolled out across our fleet from winter 2025. ✈️ #flyswiss

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 26d

Flying through the night feels like touching the stars. 🌠✈️ Do night flights mean stargazing for you or the perfect time to sleep? Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · 27d

Night shift with our Boeing 777-300ER. ✈️
To start an engine, compressed air comes from the APU or from an external source if the APU’s down.
Unique to the 777-300ER: it needs two air starter units instead of one to deliver enough airflow. 💨
#flyswiss #avgeek

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Sep 9

Recently went by our hangar in Zurich and wow, aviation magic truly lives in the tiniest details. ⚙️ From engine power to polished perfection, for me it’s a love story written in metal and motion, across all aircraft types. ✈️😍 #flyswiss #aircraft #planespotter

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Sep 8

Our first Airbus A350-900 will soon take passengers across the Atlantic. ✈️ The inaugural destination: Boston. 🇨🇭➡️🇺🇸
A new chapter for our fleet and a new onboard experience for our guests.
#flyswiss #SWISSwanderlust #AirbusA350

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Sep 5

Team Takeoff or Team Landing? 🛫🛬 Whether it’s the powerful moment of leaving the runway or the graceful return to the ground, both remind us why flying is so fascinating.✨ Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Sep 2

There’s nothing like seeing our big birds from above — pure magic from a whole new angle. 🤩
#flyswiss #aircraft #planespotter

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Sep 1

Our first Airbus A350-900 will feature the new SWISS First cabin. Exclusive suites offer a private space above the clouds, paired with a new layout and updated features for maximum comfort and privacy. 🛫 #flyswiss #SWISSwanderlust #AirbusA350

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 26

POV: Approaching Zurich during the most magical time of the day. ✨🌇
Thank you @tomluthi for capturing this stunning moment. 😍
#flyswiss #aircraft #planespotter

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Airbus A350-900 has the widest wings in our Airbus fleet: 64.75 m.
For comparison: both the A330 and A340 span 60.3 m.
That extra span gives the A350 more lift and efficiency for long-haul flights. ✈️📏
#flyswiss #SWISSwanderlust #AirbusA350

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 18

Blue skies, perfect flying weather, and aircrafts heading off in every direction. Where did you spend your summer holidays? ✈️☀️
Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 14

Ever noticed these details on our Boeing 777? 🧐
💡 Rear facing position lights mark the wingtips in low visibility.
⚡ Static dischargers release built-up charges to avoid radio interference.
🛬 Main landing gear: six brake & wheel assemblies plus rear axle steering.
#flyswiss #avgeek

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 11

Our first Airbus A350-900 will feature the new SWISS Business cabin.
Every seat has direct aisle access, plus individual heating and cooling functions. It's paired with an all-new layout for more space and privacy. ✈️ #flyswiss #SWISSwanderlust #AirbusA350

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 8

It’s more than just a window seat, it’s the best view onboard. Which landscape would you love to see from up here? ✈️🌍📸
Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 7

Our very first Airbus A350-900 just took off for its maiden test flight in Toulouse yesterday. ✈️
We’re super excited to welcome this beauty to the SWISS fleet soon, which will bring quieter, cleaner, and more efficient travel our way. 🌍
#flyswiss #A350 #wanderlust

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 5

POV: You receive new, stunning aircraft shots every single day, from the greatest spotter community ever and can't decide which you like most. ✈😍🫶
Thank you Pat Murphy for all these lovely pictures. 🤩 #flyswiss #aircraft #planespotter

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 4

Our new Airbus A350-900 flies farther than any aircraft in our fleet: up to 13,700 km with full payload.
For comparison:
A340 – 10,500 km
A330 – 8,400 km
More reach, less fuel, next-gen performance. ✈️💡
#flyswiss #SWISSwanderlust #AirbusA350

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Aug 4

Straight from Toulouse: our brand-new Airbus A350 featuring the special livery “Wanderlust” – and yes, it officially has a name: say hello to “Lausanne”. 🛬📸 Who’s ready to spot it in the skies? ✈️🇨🇭
Share your pictures with #flyswiss for the chance to get featured. #repostsoftheweek #repost

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Jul 30

Getting up close with our aircraft from unique angles is one of the best parts of working in aviation maintenance.
Here’s a small highlight video from the past weeks - can you spot your favorite aircraft?
Captured by our colleague Eric. ✈️🔧 #flyswiss #aircraft

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Swiss International Air Lines @flyswiss.bsky.social · Jul 28

What a spot. 😳 Can you guess which of our aircraft is posing right in front of the biggest SWISS logo ever? ✈🇨🇭 Drop your guess below and let us know, what indicated you to that guess.🤔 #flyswiss #aircraft

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