Airbus A330-200

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11 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

A Hong Kong Airlines Airbus A330-200 prepares for departure, with its signature red and yellow livery standing out on the ramp.

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Kiwi Aviation · 11 Apr 2026

Great photo 📸

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Aircraft

A330-200 A332

Hong Kong Airlines standard livery

Airline

Hong Kong Airlines

CRK / HX

Manufacturer

Airbus

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Location

Dublin Airport

DUB/EIDW

53.4287, -6.2621

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Dublin Airport DUB

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Aviation History

The Airbus A330-200 has been a popular wide-body airliner for long-haul and medium-haul routes worldwide since its introduction in the late 1990s.

Fleet Rarity

Hong Kong Airlines operates a small number of A330s, though the model itself is reasonably common worldwide.

Record Flights

A330s have operated many long-haul routes, but are more commonly seen on routes up to 12 hours. Hong Kong Airlines, in particular, uses them for Asia-Europe routes.

Safety & Events

A330-200s have a generally strong safety record. Notable incidents include safe outcomes during diversions and mechanical issues, but no major hull-losses involving Hong Kong Airlines\' examples.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; some A330-200s are being replaced by newer A330neo and A350 family aircraft, but continue to serve many airlines.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 700 or Pratt & Whitney PW4000 (typical for A330-200, exact model not visible)

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

58.8 meters

Length

13,450 km

Range

871 km/h

Speed

Up to 406 passengers (typical 246-280 in 3-class layout)

Capacity

233,000 kg

MTOW

17.4 meters

Height

267–316 kN (60,000–71,000 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4, 93–96 dB (typical for A330)

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