Airbus A340-500
Airbus · A345
Ultra-long-range quad with the longest range of the A340 family. Known for reliable performance on 14+ hour flights.
A heavy four-engine jet that cruises at Mach 0.82. Climbs well at 3,500 fpm. Has a 160 kt approach speed, coming in fast.
4x JetHeavyRECAT BFL410 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4 x Jet |
| Weight class | Heavy (H) |
| RECAT-EU category | B (Upper heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft (FL410) |
| Max climb rate | 3,500 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 | 145 kts |
| Landing speed | 160 kts |
| Cruise speed | M0.82 (~480 kts TAS) |
| Maximum speed | M0.84 (~494 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 19,443 ft / 3.20 nm / 5,926 m |
| Landing field length | 11,666 ft / 1.92 nm / 3,556 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 9 |
Where you'll see it
The Airbus A340-500 is a widebody aircraft. While less common in modern fleets, you'll still encounter this type in center airspace on long-haul routes.