A340-600, as the closing work of the A340 series aircraft, successfully completed its first flight in Toulouse, France on April 23, 2001. Its fuselage is majestic, with an amazing length of 75.36 meters. Even compared with the world's largest civil aircraft A380 today, it is still 2.64 meters long, firmly sitting on the crown of the length of civil aircraft at that time.
The A340-600 aircraft uses the Xiaoda 500 engine manufactured by Rolls-Royce, which has excellent performance. With a typical third-level cabin configuration, the aircraft can accommodate 326 passengers and achieve uninterrupted flights of up to 14,450 kilometers. If a single cabin layout is adopted, its passenger capacity can reach 475 people, which is comparable to that of the Boeing 747-400. It is worth mentioning that the cargo hold volume of the A340-600 is 25% larger than that of the Boeing 747-400, and its one-way operating costs and single-seat costs are also lower. At present, well-known airlines such as Lufthansa, Iberia, Etihad Airways, Virgin Air and South African Airways have all chosen A340-600 as their main route.
With its excellent market matching ability and economy, the A340 series aircraft has become a profitable pioneer for many international routes with long voyages and strong market demand. With its long range and spacious cabin design, it is still deeply loved and praised by passengers. This classic model stands like a "long stick", and its influence is enduring.
2025/2/26