The Airbus A330-900 is a wide-body, twin-engine jet airliner that is part of the A330neo (New Engine Option) family. It's an updated version of the highly successful A330, incorporating significant improvements in fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
Here are some key characteristics:
- Capacity: Typically seats between 260 and 300 passengers in a standard three-class layout, but can accommodate up to 440 in a high-density configuration.
- Range: Has an impressive range of approximately 7,200 nautical miles (13,334 km), making it suitable for long-haul routes.
- Engines: Exclusively powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 turbofan engines.
- Speed: Cruising speed is around Mach 0.82 (about 540 mph or 870 km/h).
- Key Features: The "neo" improvements include new, larger, and more fuel-efficient engines, aerodynamic enhancements like new Sharklet wingtip devices, and a redesigned cabin known as the "Airspace" interior. This cabin offers larger overhead bins, advanced LED lighting, and more comfortable seating.
- Purpose: It's designed to offer airlines a highly efficient and versatile aircraft for medium to long-range operations, bridging the gap between smaller narrow-bodies and larger wide-bodies.
The A330-900 competes in the market for efficient wide-body aircraft, offering lower operating costs and a modern passenger experience.
