Aircraft Type
Airbus A300B4 “Airbus Pioneer”
The Airbus A300B4 was a groundbreaking wide-body twin-engine airliner that played a crucial role in establishing Airbus as a major player in commercial aviation. It was the first twin-engine wide-body aircraft to enter commercial service, revolutionizing long-haul passenger travel.
IATAAB4ICAOA30BManufacturerAirbusScore5.40/10Range6,670 kmStatusIn Production
First successful wide-body twin-engine commercial airliner that proved the viability of twin-engine long-range aircraft designs, significantly impacting modern commercial aviation architecture
The A300B4 was instrumental in demonstrating the economic advantages of twin-engine wide-body designs, which led to the widespread adoption of twin-engine configurations in modern commercial airliners
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A300B4 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
54.2 m
Length
44.84 m
Wingspan
16.79 m
Height
Performance
5,600 km
Range
845 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric CF6-50C
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Boeing 767-300
✓Pioneering wide-body twin-engine design from Airbus
✗Generally more modern design and improved fuel efficiency
vs. McDonnell Douglas DC-10
✓More advanced European manufacturing techniques
✗Potentially higher passenger capacity and longer range
vs. Lockheed L-1011 TriStar
✓Simpler two-engine configuration
✗More advanced avionics and potentially smoother ride characteristics