Airbus A340-300

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29 Dec 2025 · © Unknown

This A340-300 is most likely operating a long-haul route to North America, Asia, or Africa from Zurich.

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User · 02 Jan 2026

Nice Photo\nBut u its not a A340 on the Picture it is a a330

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Aircraft

A340-300 A343

Swiss International Air Lines standard livery

Airline

Swiss International Air Lines

SWR / LX

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

iPhone

Insights

Aviation History

The A340-300 was one of the first long-haul four-engine twin-aisle jets, pioneering ultra-long-haul flights for airlines like Swiss.

Fleet Rarity

As of 2024, Swiss is one of the few airlines still operating passenger A340-300s; most have been retired globally.

Record Flights

The A340-300 flew early nonstop long-haul routes such as Zurich-Hong Kong, Zurich-Johannesburg, and Los Angeles-Zurich.

Safety & Events

Generally considered reliable, with few high-profile incidents; A340s have been used for Swiss's flagship intercontinental routes.

Future Outlook

Swiss plans to retire the type in the coming years, with gradual replacement by newer twin-engine jets.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-5C4

Engine

60.3 m

Wingspan

63.69 m

Length

13,500 km

Range

875 km/h

Speed

277 passengers (typical 3-class)

Capacity

275,000 kg

MTOW

16.99 m

Height

151 kN (34,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

94-97 dB (Chapter 3 ICAO standard)

Noise

Exact registration not visible due to distance; identification based on livery and configuration.