Airbus A318
Airbus · A318
The smallest A320 family member. British Airways once flew it on the London City to JFK route using steep approach procedures.
A RECAT D jet with 2 engines that cruises at about 470 kts.
2x JetLargeRECAT DFL390 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Jet |
| Weight class | Large (L) |
| RECAT-EU category | D (Upper medium) |
| Service ceiling | 39,000 ft (FL390) |
| Max climb rate | 3,000 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 110 kts |
| Landing speed | 120 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~470 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | M0.82 (~484 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 10,329 ft / 1.70 nm / 3,148 m |
| Landing field length | 8,506 ft / 1.40 nm / 2,593 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 7 |
Where you'll see it
The Airbus A318 is a narrowbody jet used on domestic and short-haul international routes. One of the most common types in busy approach and center airspaces worldwide.