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08 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Airbus Beluga XL Nr.2 prepares to fly to Saint Nazaire

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Kiwi Aviation · 08 Apr 2026

Perfect timing!

Judge Dredd · 08 Apr 2026

That’s amazing 🤩

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Aircraft

A330-743L BelugaXL A337

Airline

Airbus Transport International

Manufacturer

Gear

iPhone 17

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Airbus Aficionado

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Location

Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport

XFW/EDHI · Runway 05

53.5264, 9.8101

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Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport XFW

Insights

Aviation History

Unique large cargo aircraft used for transporting oversized aerospace components; crucial for Airbus manufacturing logistics.

Fleet Rarity

Only 5 were ever built, making it extremely rare.

Record Flights

Often used for ferrying complete fuselage sections and wings between Airbus plants across Europe.

Safety & Events

No major accidents; known for its distinctive appearance and crucial aerospace logistics role.

Future Outlook

Gradually being replaced by the BelugaXL; most A300-600STs remain active as of early 2020s.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 700

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

63.1 meters

Length

4,074 km

Range

737 km/h

Speed

53 t (cargo capacity, approx 53,000 kg)

Capacity

227,000 kg

MTOW

18.9 meters

Height

316 kN (71,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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