BelugaXL - Airbus' next-generation cargo airlifter

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Published 2017-01-17

The first BelugaXL has entered the final assembly process. In celebration of this key production milestone, achieved in December 2016, Airbus highlights the oversize cargo airlifters that proceeded it, as well as the next-generation BelugaXL's advanced capabilities. More info: www.airbus.com/newsroom/events/belugaxl-flight-tes…

All Comments (21)

@Koploper77 7 years ago

Wow a beluga plane transporting beluga parts
@cousinjames9660 7 years ago

I was Technical Director for the Beluga XL, so I can confirm it's based on an A330, 1.5m wider and 6m longer than the Beluga ST - to allow transport of pairs of A350 wings. It is powered by RR Trent 700 engines and we did not build anything bigger based on A380 as the Beluga XL is the biggest aircraft we can operate in Broughton and Bremen. A beautiful beast 👍
@jadendesveaux7452 7 years ago

The beluga birthed the new beluga, that means the beluga is the belugaXL's mother
@HK_HossainKhan 7 years ago

Kind of ironic that the beluga is transporting the parts for its replacement.
@Djalma.Santos 7 years ago

Airbus...Always innovating!
@NihselV 7 years ago

Beluga carrying a Beluga. Awesome! Can't wait to see the final product!
@flyhighaviation9355 7 years ago

I remember the first time I saw the Beluga. Such a unique aircraft. Can't wait to see the BelugaXL :)
@msb3235 6 years ago

Respect to Airbus, they not only thriving in the industry but also never ashame to admit they were once relying on their rival.
@RamonAlfonsoOMAR 4 years ago

A Genius designer: putting a smile and a Whale eye ;makes the difference on a modified A330 to a beautiful beluga
@hellsjester31 7 years ago

I've said it before on this channel seeing a Beluga being unloaded in real life is the most awe inspiring sight I've ever had the privilege to witness. I'm looking forward to seeing the BelugaXL.
@hannebbell9090 7 years ago

Beluga is in my bucket list, i wanted see it up close before me leave from here, i think Beluga is the most beautiful aircraft ever made :)
@silverfern165 6 years ago

darn, what an amazing manufacturer. not only do you support boeing, you even used their planes. that's what i call true competition. that's also what i call A GOOD COMPANY.
@daffiid 7 years ago

Another awesome video Airbus! Hats off to your video team, the production is really well done and the videos are a joy to watch.
@airbusxwb2047 7 years ago

Absolutely great Airbus!!! Keep going! Biggest fan of airbus
@andrewanane9715 7 years ago

Airbus you are the best in the world I love you so much !
@lettucefire 7 years ago

awesome it flies so low coming into Broughton that when i'm on a dog walk I feel like i could reach out and touch it. Can't wait to see the new one. Graceful in the air even if it has eaten all the pies
@guillaumeromain6694 6 years ago

love AIRBUS! what a success story. AIRBUS FOREVER
@dariusemmanueltherumblegro7240 7 years ago

BELUGACEPTION
@AileronVideos 7 years ago

What a great video, I love your editing style :) I can´t wait to see it flying :)
@CM_CM_ 6 years ago

I thought this was a joke to begin with, thought the start was CGI! I've never seen these planes before. Their amazing!