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A rare Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A340-300 awaits departure under cloudy skies, a unique four-engined sight in the modern era.
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Spotter's notes
The Swiss A340 fleet is among the very last of their kind, with distinctive four engines and a long fuselage setting them apart at major European airports.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A340-300
Model
A340-300
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Swiss International Air Lines
Airline Code
SWR / LX
Livery
Swiss International Air Lines
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-5C4
Thrust
151 kN (34,000 lbf) each
Wingspan
60.3 meters
Length
63.7 meters
Height
16.8 meters
MTOW
275,000 kg
Range
13,500 km
Capacity
277 passengers (typical 3-class)
Cruise Speed
875 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3/EPNdB (older standard, noisier than modern jets)