Aircraft Type
Airbus A300 “The Pioneer of Wide-Body Twin-Engine Design”
The Airbus A300 was a groundbreaking wide-body airliner that pioneered the concept of twin-engine long-haul flight, establishing Airbus as a major player in commercial aviation and revolutionizing long-distance passenger travel.
IATAABXICAOA30BManufacturerAirbusScore5.40/10Range7,500 kmStatusIn Production
First successful wide-body twin-engine airliner that demonstrated the economic viability of twin-engine long-haul aircraft, effectively challenging Boeing's dominance in commercial aviation
The A300 was the first aircraft developed by Airbus, and its successful design helped establish the European consortium as a competitive aircraft manufacturer on the global stage
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A300 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
54.2 m
Length
44.84 m
Wingspan
16.79 m
Height
Performance
7,500 km
Range
907 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric CF6-50C turbofan
Engines
Airbus Family
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How It Compares
vs. Boeing 767
✓Slightly longer range (7,500 km vs 7,300 km)
✗Less passenger capacity (345 vs 375 passengers)
vs. McDonnell Douglas DC-10
✓More modern design and technology from later development period
✗Slightly lower fuel efficiency compared to DC-10
vs. Lockheed L-1011 TriStar
✓Potentially lower operational costs
✗Slightly less advanced wing design compared to L-1011