The Airbus A340 is a long-range, wide-body passenger airliner that was developed and produced by Airbus. In the mid-1970s, Airbus conceived several derivatives of the A300, its first airliner, and …

Oct 4, 2025 · New-generation airplanes have eclipsed the A340's performance and efficiency, but as production bottlenecks mean slow deliveries, the A340 flies on. The high capacity, proven track …

Discover the Airbus A340, a wide-body aircraft designed for long-haul flights. Learn about its history, technical specifications and variants.

Feb 25, 2025 · iscover the remarkable Airbus A340-300, a groundbreaking aircraft that revolutionized long-haul aviation. This comprehensive guide explores its technical prowess, operational history, and …

Jun 18, 2025 · With its distinctive four-engine configuration and impressive 7,500+ nautical mile range, the Airbus A340 revolutionized long-haul aviation when it entered service in 1993.

Mar 30, 2024 · Since its launch in 1982, the Airbus A340 family was advertised as the optimal substitute jet for aging airplanes such as the Boeing 707-300 and the Douglas DC-8. Among its main features, …

One of the most legendary airliners ever made, the Airbus A340 played a crucial role in making long-haul air travel more affordable and accessible. The baseline A340-200 featured a shorter fuselage, …

May 3, 2024 · While the A380 superjumbo is enjoying a resurgence, its four-engined older sibling – the A340 – seems dangerously close to being grounded for good.

Long range widebody airliner. The A340-200 and 300 are the initial variants of the successful quad engined A340 family of long haul widebodies. The A340 and closely related A330 were launched in …

Jun 3, 2024 · The Airbus A340-300 is a long-range, wide-body airliner that was produced by Airbus from 1993 to 2011. It is a member of the Airbus A330/A340 family and is powered by four CFM56-5C or …