Airbus A330-200F

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Qatar Airways A330-200F Cargo climbing after takeoff, showcasing the modern freighter's classic livery and underbelly titles.

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Aircraft

Airline

Qatar Airways

QTR / QR

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-6000 FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS

Achievements

Cargo King, Airbus Aficionado, Widebody Wizard

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 92.0

Superb belly shot—sharp details, excellent light, and dynamic climbing angle make the livery pop against a clean blue sky.

Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A330-200F is a medium to long range dedicated freighter developed from the successful A330 passenger series and is an important workhorse in global air cargo fleets.

Fleet Rarity

Qatar Airways has a moderate fleet of A330-200Fs (less common than the 777F). Around 40-50 A330-200Fs active worldwide as of 2024.

Record Flights

Not typically used for extreme long-haul, but flies long intercontinental cargo routes.

Safety & Events

No major incidents or notable events unique to this particular registration, as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Still in active service, but being gradually replaced by newer, larger freighters (e.g. 777F, A350F).

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4000 or Rolls-Royce Trent 700 (commonly Trent 700 for Qatar A330Fs)

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

58.8 meters

Length

7,400 km (with 65 tonnes payload)

Range

870 km/h

Speed

65,000 kg cargo capacity

Capacity

70,000 kg

MTOW

17.4 meters

Height

267–316 kN (60,000–71,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~97 EPNdB takeoff)

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