Airbus A340-300

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Lufthansa Airbus A340-300 (D-AIFE) climbing out after takeoff, showcasing this rare four-engine long-haul classic.

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Aircraft

A340-300 A343

Lufthansa standard (current)

D-AIFE

Registration

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-6700 Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 OSS

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Ultra-Long-Haul, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Excellent A340 banking climb, nice sky, registration visible—could use a bit more crispness for top-tier score.

Location

Aussichtspunkt West

Frankfurt Main Airport · FRA/EDDF

50.0216, 8.5231

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A340-300 was one of the first ultra-long-haul widebody twin-aisle aircraft from Airbus, famous for its four engines on long transoceanic routes. Used by Lufthansa on long-haul intercontinental service since the 1990s.

Fleet Rarity

Becoming rare—Lufthansa is one of the last major European airlines still operating the A340-300 in 2024, with the type mostly withdrawn globally.

Record Flights

The A340-300 was used for some of Lufthansa’s longest non-stop routes, including Frankfurt to South America and Asia.

Safety & Events

Notably safe long-haul aircraft, limited number of significant incidents, some with go-arounds and minor mechanicals.

Future Outlook

Many A340-300s have been retired; this particular airframe may be scheduled for retirement as Lufthansa phases out the type.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-5C4

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

63.69 meters

Length

13,500 kilometers

Range

875 km/h

Speed

Typically 210-300 passengers (in three classes)

Capacity

275,000 kg

MTOW

16.85 meters

Height

151 kN (34,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approaches ICAO Chapter 3 standards (older technology, not as quiet as newer types)

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