Airbus A310-304

05 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

The aircraft is specially modified for its role with reinforced cabin and scientific equipment. It is a highlight at many airshows and scientific events in Europe.

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Airbus A320 family (likely A320, A321 based on cockpit shape)

Aircraft

A310-304 A310

Air Zero G / Novespace

F-WNOV

Registration

Airline

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Novespace / Air Zero G

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Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A310 'Air Zero G' is a unique aircraft operated by Novespace for parabolic (zero-gravity) flights, used for research and astronaut training; it's among the most famous and recognizable zero-G platforms in Europe.

Fleet Rarity

Ultra-rare: 1 of 1 in Air Zero G/ Novespace operation and one of the very few A310s flying today, especially in this role.

Record Flights

Regularly used for parabolic flights enabling weightlessness; has carried scientists, media, and selected public participants on zero-G experiences.

Safety & Events

Known for numerous scientific research flights and sometimes hosts media or VIPs; no major incidents reported for this airframe in this configuration.

Future Outlook

Expected to continue zero-G operations until replaced by a newer platform or retired to a museum.

Specifications

General Electric CF6-80C2A2

Engine

43.89 m

Wingspan

46.66 m

Length

8,000 km

Range

875 km/h

Speed

Up to 280 passengers (converted for microgravity flights/experiments)

Capacity

164,000 kg

MTOW

15.80 m

Height

240.6 kN (54,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (Typical for this generation)

Noise

No ICAO/IATA airline codes as this is not a regular airline operator.