Airbus A330-300

06 Feb 2026 · © Maulin Agrawal

Golden hour lighting and moody weather add visual interest. The visible engine is part of the observer's aircraft, not the Turkish Airlines A330-300.

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Aircraft

A330-300 A333

Turkish Airlines standard livery

TC-LOA

Registration

Airline

Turkish Airlines

THY / TK

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

iPhone 16 Pro

Location

İstanbul Airport

IST/LTFM

41.2749, 28.7321

Open map

İstanbul Airport IST

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A330-300 is a long-haul wide-body twin-engine jet popular for its flexibility, cargo capacity, and passenger comfort. It has been a core aircraft in many international fleets since its introduction in 1994.

Fleet Rarity

A330-300s are common globally, but Turkish Airlines is a significant operator in the region.

Record Flights

Has been used for Europe-Asia, Transatlantic, and long-range domestic flights.

Safety & Events

Generally has an excellent safety record; Turkish Airlines has safely operated this type for years.

Future Outlook

Still in active service but gradually being replaced by newer widebodies; many are expected to serve into the late 2020s and beyond.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 700 or CF6-80E1 or PW4168A (typical for A330-300)

Engine

60.3 m

Wingspan

63.69 m

Length

11,750 km

Range

871 km/h

Speed

Typically 277–440 passengers

Capacity

242,000 kg

MTOW

16.83 m

Height

316–320 kN (71,000–72,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB takeoff)

Noise

The engine in the foreground belongs to a different aircraft (not the Turkish A330-300). No visible registration; details based on airline and model appearance.