Airbus A330-800neo
Airbus · A338
Next-generation A330-800 with new Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines. Kuwait Airways was the launch customer. Fewer orders than the larger -900.
Heavy-category jet with 2 engines. Cruises at about 464 kts. Requires about 17.0k ft of field length for takeoff. Generates significant wake turbulence for following traffic.
2x JetHeavyRECAT BFL415 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Jet |
| Weight class | Heavy (H) |
| RECAT-EU category | B (Upper heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 41,450 ft (FL415) |
| Max climb rate | 2,000 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 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 | 125 kts |
| Landing speed | 130 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~464 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | M0.86 (~496 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 17,013 ft / 2.80 nm / 5,186 m |
| Landing field length | 10,937 ft / 1.80 nm / 3,334 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 8 |
Where you'll see it
The Airbus A330-800neo is a widebody aircraft. While less common in modern fleets, you'll still encounter this type in center airspace on long-haul routes.