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Aircraft

A300F4-600R A300

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Achievements

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Location

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport

SDF/KSDF

38.1706, -85.7351

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Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport SDF

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A300-600F is one of the earliest widebody freighters, a workhorse for global cargo fleets like UPS.

Fleet Rarity

One of about 52 A300Fs remaining in service with UPS as major operator.

Record Flights

Commonly used on transatlantic and long US domestic cargo routes.

Safety & Events

Generally has a good safety record in cargo operations.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in service with cargo airlines for several more years, eventually to be replaced by newer models.

Specifications

General Electric CF6-80C2

Engine

44.84 m

Wingspan

54.08 m

Length

7,500 km

Range

870 km/h

Speed

48,000 kg (cargo)

Capacity

171,700 kg

MTOW

16.62 m

Height

265–282 kN (59,600–63,600 lbf)

Thrust

94-97 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 3/4)

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