Airbus a330 300 airliner is a product of the leading competition aircraft companies the world of Boeing and the consortium Airbus industrie. To maintain the market for medium and long-haul flights in 1988 in Toulouse (headquarters - Airbus), it was decided to deeply modernize the A330-200 aircraft, which led to the birth of the A330 300.
Features of the a330 300
Due to the introduction of composite materials and modern lighter alloys, weight reduction was achieved, despite the lengthening of the fuselage of the machine by 9,400 millimeters. The technologies developed for the A340-500 and 600 Airbus models have been introduced. The aerodynamic shape of the wing has been optimized, power plants (engines) brands "General Electric" and "Rolls-Royce". This allowed the manufacturer to achieve the best combination: payload - flight range.
The aircraft is equipped with an electronic Avionics unit EFIS, instead of hydraulic or mechanical control rods, computer units controlled by electrical impulses are introduced - instead of a steering wheel, the aircraft is equipped with control joysticks. All aircraft systems are computerized and duplicated.
The main technical and operational characteristics of the aircraft:
- Wingspan - 60.3 meters;
- Length - 63.6 meters;
- Fuselage diameter - 5.64 meters;
- Crew - 2 people;
- The maximum number of passengers is 440 people.
- Cruising speed - 925 km / h;
- Flight range from 6,500 to 10,500 kilometers;
- The service ceiling is 11,890 meters.
Becoming an aircraft
In 1993, the Airbus 330 300 project was certified by the American (FAR) and European (JAR) standards of suitability. Unfortunately, in June 1994, during flight tests, a crash occurred while trying to work out the situation of engine failure, 7 people died.
From the release of the first serial aircraft in 1994 to the present day, it is known about the loss of 8 aircraft, 5 of which were decommissioned due to the impact of external factors (military operations, transportation of highly corrosive chemical materials). One plane was lost in 2009 due to malfunctions of speed sensors, stalling over the Atlantic Ocean. Another crashed in 2010 in Tripoli while landing in heavy fog.
However, the reliability of the vehicle is confirmed by its acceptance into service as a refueling aircraft in eleven countries of the world. The A330 MRTT has been used since 2005 as a military transport and tanker aircraft in the following countries:
- Saudi Arabia;
- India and others.
Now in the world a total of 90 companies operate more than 950 Airbus 330 aircraft. The liner is used by the most famous airlines in the world:
- American Airlines Group;
- Aeroflot;
- Deutsche Lufthansa;
- Air France-KLM;
- All Nippon Airways;
- China Southern Airlines;
- Turkish Airlines and others.
Interior modifications
The outstanding characteristics of the long-haul aircraft Airbus A330 300 make it an indispensable aircraft for long-haul passenger traffic.
There are three interior modifications with different degrees of comfort. The most common modification is the division of the liner into two classes: standard and improved seats, respectively business and economy class. This plane can take on board up to 335 passengers.
Use in the RF
In the Russian Federation Airbus A330 is used by Aeroflot - 22 aircraft.
On domestic routes, aircraft are mainly used on flights to cities far east... On international routes, the aircraft are operated on routes to Cuba, the USA, Thailand, China, Turkey, and Japan.
Aeroflot uses the Airbus a330 300 with 28 or 34 business class seats; there is one aircraft with 36 enhanced comfort seats. Two a330 300 aircraft are operated by the Russian charter company I Fly.
The Airbus 300 300 line is widely represented on the Russian market by Turkish Airlines. The company operates 18 Airbus A330 300 airliners.
Interior comfort
For an easy and enjoyable flight, the aircraft is equipped with an entertainment system, which includes watching films, video games, and for the first time the view from cameras outside the aircraft is used. Given modern experience, niches for hand luggage designed taking into account the dimensions and features of popular travel suitcases on wheels.
Thanks to the introduction of advanced technologies, passengers have access to:
- internet network;
- wi-Fi;
- unlimited use of mobile services.
The interactive flight map allows you to see the location of the airliner in real time and know all the flight conditions, for example, flight plan, speed, altitude, temperature overboard.
All seats, including economy class, are equipped with a separate monitor located in the back of the seat in front of the person sitting or on the panel in front of the passenger. The board is served by two kitchens: one for business and economy class... Sound absorption, ventilation and lighting systems, specially developed and controlled by separate computers, serve for a cozy and comfortable flight.
In the business class cabin there are attachments for baby bassinets. The number of toilets on board has been increased, there are at least seven privacy rooms, one in business class and six in economy. When designing, the company's engineers even provided for a crew rest room located under the cargo hold.
Note! The most comfortable a 330 300 Aeroflot aircraft is the VQ-BNS board, which has footrests and additional sockets, the number of business class seats has been reduced, which made it possible to increase free space for the rest.
Business class is located in the bow of the aircraft, behind the cockpit and dressing room. Seats in six rows. The layout of the seats is 1-2-1, there is also a scheme 2-2-2 in which the passenger's personal space is slightly limited due to the absence of partitions.
Not the best places the fifth and sixth rows are considered due to the proximity of the economy class and the location behind them of the attachment for the cradles, which increases the noise level.
The first row is in front of the kitchen, toilet and, accordingly, a dressing room, but the distance (on average, 1,520 millimeters between the chairs) allows you not to focus on the presence of people and service personnel in these places. Without exception, all business class chairs can be folded into a full comfortable bed.
When choosing Business Class, a passenger enjoys many benefits:
- flight comfort;
- expedited registration;
- separate entrance and delivery to the plane by a separate car;
- flight attendants of the highest category;
- household appliances on board;
- expanded choice of dishes;
- chairs with many modes;
Economy class has 35 rows and is located from 11th to 45th row. The layout of the seats is 2-4-2, in which a passenger must overcome one neighbor's seat as much as possible to enter the aisle.
The layout of the A330 300 Aeroflot cabin for economy class practically does not differ from the schemes presented in other airlines.
The 11th row is most suitable for parents with small children due to the presence of mounts for cradles and the widest legroom right in front of it. The distance between the aircraft panel and the seat in the 11th and 29th rows is 890 millimeters, in contrast to the rest of the economy class seats, the distance between which is 790 millimeters. An important plus is the absence of a neighbor in front, no one will tilt the back of the chair and thereby reduce personal space.
However, there is also a minus - the screens located on the aircraft panel do not turn off during the flight, even at night. In front of the 29th row there are emergency exits.
Important! Tickets to the rows located near the emergency exit are not sold to children, elderly people and persons with disabilitiesIt is also forbidden to locate any things near the emergency exit that could interfere with the emergency evacuation and animals.
The safest seats on the plane are 4-5 rows from the emergency exit.
The disadvantage of the 11th, 29th, 44th and 45th rows is the close proximity of the kitchen, toilets and queues in them. There are no windows in the 15th row due to the design of the aircraft. Compared to the rest, the backrests of the seats in the 27th, 28th row of the liner are reclined. The backs of the chairs in the 44th and 45th rows do not recline at all due to the close proximity of the kitchen and toilets.
Due to the narrowing of the fuselage of the Airbus a330 300 in the tail section, the seats in rows from 41 to 45 are not only close to each other, but also protrude into the aisles, narrowing them, which sometimes leads to a collision of people walking down the aisle with sitting in these rows.
The best seats (in terms of comfort and safety) in the A330 300 economy class are considered from the 24th to the 26th row, as well as from the 30th to the 33rd row. IN this review highlights the most common layout of the Airbus A330 300 cabin. Aeroflot operates in a small number of cabins slightly different from the standard, to see photos of such cabins, just type in the search engine - "Airbus 330 300 the best places aeroflot ru ".
In the passenger jet segment, the A330 300 is the most reliable and comfortable airliner. For the convenience and entertainment of passengers, Airbus has invested considerable effort and expense. Almost all seats meet the modern world requirements of passengers, but some rows have an organic comfort due to the structure of the fuselage and interior equipment. Therefore, before buying a ticket, it will not be superfluous to study the location of the seats and determine all the pros and cons for your trip.
Aeroflot airline is one of the most reliable and popular in Russian Federation... It has a fairly large and young aircraft fleet. Age aircraft averages 4.2 years. Most of them are represented boeing aircraft and Airbus of various models. They are considered to be among the most reliable and convenient. For example, according to the scheme of the Airbus cabin Aeroflot A330-300, of which there are 22 in this airline, it can be determined that this aircraft was designed taking into account the needs and comfort of passengers.
This aircraft has a wider and more elongated fuselage compared to the A300. The Airbus A330-300 cabin is divided into business and economy classes. The only difference can be in the arrangement of the seats. It depends on the airline and the aircraft.
Passenger seats overview
The number of seats in economy and business class on Airbus A330-300 aircraft does not differ significantly. Usually there are 265 or 268 in the first section and 28, 34 or 38 in the second. The figure below shows the layout of the aircraft cabin from the official Aeroflot website:
Given the insignificant difference in the configuration, you can consider the layout of the cabin of the Airbus A330-300 of Aeroflot 28 to 268 in order to determine the best, as well as the disadvantages and nuances of the rest of the seats.
Business Class
Business class is located in front of the cabin. This section contains 5-6 rows of very comfortable chairs that can be folded up to 180 °. This will allow you not only to feel comfortable during even a long flight, but also to take a nap if necessary.
Places in 1st row, as they are located in close proximity to the kitchen, toilets and wardrobe. Despite this, they have some positive aspects:
- You will have ample legroom.
- You will be served food first.
Also 6th row has a number of remarks, since it is located near the economy class, which can be quite noisy.
Economy class
Usually, on the layout of the cabin of the Airbus A330-300 of Aeroflot, you can see that it is divided into 2 sections with 17-18 rows.
For passengers sitting in 11th row quite a lot of space, since there is no neighbor's chair in front of you. It is convenient for tall people with long legs... Seats in this row are also bought by those who travel with babies, because there are special attachments for the cradle on the partition in front of the seats.
15th row... It is necessary to pay attention when buying tickets that in this configuration of the aircraft there are no windows near the seats of this row. Therefore, choose other places if you enjoy watching the flight.
Chairs in 27th and 28th rows are at the end of the first part of economy class. They practically do not recline, which means that during the flight you will have to be in an upright position, this plays a role when the trip is long, especially if you have back problems. In addition, there will be toilets directly behind you. The main inconvenience is associated with the fact that other passengers will walk past you all the time, interfere and lean on your seat, creating queues.
In places 29th row there are pros and cons. First, there is an emergency exit near them, which means that there is additional legroom in front of these seats. However, it is strictly forbidden to place bags and other luggage here. This is because it will make it difficult to approach emergency exits in the event of a critical situation during flight. Secondly, there will be toilets right in front of you, and passengers from the nearest places will constantly go there, slam doors and interfere with you.
Warning! Tickets for the seats located in front of emergency exits are not sold to those who travel with animals and children, as well as to people with disabilities and in a "respectable" age.
Beginning with 41st row, the aircraft fuselage begins to taper. And this affects the location of the seats and the convenience of passengers. The seats in the 41st row in the middle of the cabin seem to be pushed into the aisle, so everyone who moves along it will most likely bother you.
Behind the chairs 44th and 45th rows located kitchen and toilets. Therefore, you will not be able to throw them away, and smells, noise and sounds will accompany you throughout the journey.
If we compare the layouts of the cabins of Aeroflot Airbus 330-300 aircraft, we can see that the most convenient layout is the aircraft with 36 business class seats and 265 economy class seats. In addition, they are equipped with footrests and sockets. If you have the opportunity, choose the flight with this particular plane.
The most comfortable placesare, without a doubt, those located in business class. Here, the seats are more comfortable, the aisles are wider, and there are fewer people for a quieter and less hectic flight.
If you do not have the opportunity to purchase tickets to this sector, choose seats in the 11th or 29th rows. You will have ample legroom, no one will throw the back of the chair in front of you, and the relatively close location of the kitchen and toilets can even be convenient, since food will be distributed to you among the first.
In case you are afraid of flying, you should purchase seats near the emergency exit. Maximum 5 rows from it. Also, some of the safest places are those located in the rear of the aircraft.
Before buying plane tickets, you need to familiarize yourself with the schemes of the planes and decide which seats will be most comfortable for you. To do this, you need to consider whether you are flying with or without a child, whether you want to sit near the window or not far from the aisle. It is advisable to buy tickets for places that are inconvenient for you only if you urgently need to be at your destination, and there is no other option.
One of the factors that ensure a comfortable and safe flight is choosing the right seat on the plane.
About Airbus
Airbus, which produces aircraft for civil, cargo and military aviation, has been the main and almost the only competitor of the famous Boeing for almost half a century. Symbolizing the competition between Europe and America, the Old and New Worlds, Airbus and Boeing produce comfortable passenger liners from huge aircraft like the A380 and B747, to mid-range aircraft like the A320 and B737.
Last but not least, tough rivalry and the presence of a strong competitor force both of these companies to constantly improve and offer airlines more and more new developments - more comfortable, safe and economical.
Airbus A330-300 Specifications
Replacing its parent Airbus A330, the A330-300 received some lengthening of the fuselage, which ended up being 63.7 meters. The wingspan of this aircraft is 60.3 meters. The Airbus A330-300 can carry up to 440 passengers (if there are only one class seats in the cabin) over a distance of up to 10,000 kilometers. In addition, the liner has a spacious cargo compartment, which makes it possible to use it as an aircraft carrying cargo. The cruising speed of the Airbus A330-300 is 880 km / h.
Against the background of its competitors, liners and 787, it looks more profitable - at least in terms of demand. Sales of the Airbus model are at a higher level - annually, airlines around the world order about a hundred A330-300s.
Best places on the example of Aeroflot
Since the layout of the seats in the cabin of the aircraft is different for each airline, for the convenience of our readers, consider an example of a vessel belonging to the largest Russian carrier, Aeroflot. The Airbus A330-300, the best seats of which we will now choose, is used by the national carrier in three cabin configurations, and we took the most common option.
So, where is it better to sit in shows us that in business class, the places to which complaints can arise are the last and first rows. The first is due to the proximity of technical areas such as the kitchen, wardrobe and toilet. The latter is due to the proximity to the economy class, from where, due to the placement of more people there, more noise comes from.
In the 15th row of economy class, the side seats have no windows, which should be taken into account if you want to fly in contemplation of the clouds and the endless sky.
The 29th row will be convenient for long flights - there are emergency exits nearby, there are no seats in front, so it will be very spacious to sit and lie there, you can stretch your legs and get up at any time without the need to wake your neighbor. But it is worth considering the proximity of the toilets. From there it can be heard, and standing next to people in a queue is unlikely to please anyone. Also near this row, along with the 11th, are the attachments for the cradles, so get ready for the fact that the entire flight will be with you babies.
The most uncomfortable seats are in rows 44-45 and 27-28. In addition to the proximity to the toilets, the backs of the chairs in these rows do not recline - there is simply nowhere, since there is a wall behind.
And finally, let's note row 41, in which, due to a slight decrease in the width of the aircraft, two seats at the aisle protrude slightly, which can create additional inconveniences.
Finally, let's repeat a few tips that will be relevant when choosing seats on any aircraft, not just the Airbus A330-300: do not choose seats near technical rooms, especially toilets. Also make sure the backrests in your row recline, otherwise you will have to sleep in a fully seated position.
Airbus A330 is a group of twin-engine wide-body aircraft. The cabin of such aircraft has two or more aisles (corridors). The largest aircraft in this family is the Airbus A330-300. These liners can have different capacity, depending on the cabin class. The Airbus A330-300 is the oldest aircraft in this series. Below we will consider the layout of the cabin of the Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot.
The A330-200 model belongs to the same family. The main difference lies in the reduced fuselage length. A330-300 fuselage length is 63.69 m, while the airbus A330-200 – 59 m... Also, the A330-200 model has a lower carrying capacity and spaciousness.
Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot
Aircraft of this series are long-haul. Airbus A330-300 is capable of covering a distance of 11,300 km. Since it is used for long-distance air transportation, a special cabin is provided in the cabin for the rest of the crew. Also in the cabin there is a dedicated space under the passenger deck. This area is used for the rest of the flight attendants and is located in the cargo hold, where a staircase leads from the cabin.
In general, the cabins of this series are very comfortable. It has everything a passenger needs for a comfortable flight. The salons are equipped with a modern ventilation system, as well as individual and general lighting systems. There are monitors to entertain passengers. These monitors are integrated into the front seat backrests. On such screens you can watch movies, video clips, and also see the image captured by a camera installed in the nose of the aircraft. There is the Internet here.
Cabin capacity
The cabin of this liner is very roomy. Since the aircraft in this series have different layouts, they also have different capacities. Most large liners can carry up to 440 people. The minimum capacity is 295 passengers. The number of seats in the cabin directly depends on what class cabins are present here. The Aeroflot airline has seventeen such aircraft:
- One Airbus: 36 business class seats and 265 economy class seats.
- Five Airbuses: 34 business class seats and 268 economy class seats.
- Eleven aircraft: 28 business class seats and 268 economy class seats.
There are also airbuses of this family, in the cabin of which there are three classes: business, economy and first.
The cabin of the Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot
Features of passenger seats in business class
The Aeroflot A330-300 cabin layout described below will help determine the most suitable seats depending on the passenger's needs and wishes. As an example, the scheme of an aircraft with 28 business class seats and 268 economy class seats is considered. The number and location of seats in other liners of this series is different, but the recommendations below will be relevant for each of them.
The front of the cabin consists of 6 business-class rows. The chairs are very comfortable here. In them, passengers can easily endure a long flight. The backrests recline almost 180 degrees. However, even among these places there are some that can bring minor discomfort during the flight. These are the first, fifth and sixth rows. The first row is right next to the wardrobe. There is also a kitchen and toilets nearby. The fifth and sixth rows are located close to economy class seats, which are usually quite noisy.
Economy class seats
If you are traveling with small children who are transported in a bassinet, reserve seats in 11 or 29 rows. Here, next to the passenger seats, there are specially designated places for placing a cradle with an infant. Row 11 starts just after row 6 in Business Class, making it first in Economy.
In the aircraft of the configuration under consideration, there are no windows near the seats in the 15th row. Therefore, if you want to enjoy the views from the window during the flight, choose seats in other rows.
Seats in row 29 are located next to the emergency exit. In addition, there is ample free space in front of these seats. This allows you to get up from your seat and freely pass into the salon corridor, without disturbing those who are sitting next to you. The presence of free space allows you to stretch your legs and not keep them bent all the time during the flight.
But the seats in the 29th row also have disadvantages. Such disadvantages include oversized monitors (information boards), which are turned on even during night flights. There are bathrooms next to the chairs in this row. Because of this, other passengers often pass by the row, queues can form here, creating additional noise. Often, passengers in row 29 hear the sound of the toilet door opening and closing during the flight, which can be annoying, especially considering that the flight lasts several hours.
Seats in rows 27, 28, 44, 45 are the same as in other rows of economy class. However, due to the specifics of the interior arrangement, the backs of these seats either do not recline, or recline at a very small angle. In addition, there are toilets in front of these rows. These are not the best seats, so if there are other free seats on the plane, it is better not to book them.
The two outermost seats in row 41 extend slightly beyond the other rows and are partially located in the aisle. This feature is due to the narrowing of the fuselage at this point.
The location of the seats in the cabin
The layout of the Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot cabin and the best seats you now know about will help you buy a suitable ticket. Knowing the peculiarities of seats in some rows, many people buy tickets, booking the most comfortable seats in each class. Therefore, it is better to buy a ticket in advance, because as the departure date approaches good places remains less and less. If you have any doubts about choosing a seat, you should contact an Aeroflot employee who will help you choose the best option.
With regard to the described configuration, if it is not possible to buy a business class ticket, it is still better to choose seats in 11 or 29 rows. Unlike other seats, there is no possibility that the next-seated neighbor will recline the back of his chair. If the other rows are cramped for passengers, then in the 11th and 29th in front of the seats there is a lot of free space. Having a kitchen nearby is not a disadvantage, as passengers on these aisles get their food first. The only thing that can really interfere with the flight is the crying of small children (due to the availability of seats for cradles, these seats are often occupied by passengers with babies). As for the presence of a number of bathrooms, the sounds of opening and closing doors are heard here as well as in the adjacent rows. Therefore, when choosing, for example, between 11 and 12, preference should be given to the 11th row.
Of all the aircraft of this series, which are in Aeroflot, it is necessary to highlight the liner with the number VQ-BNS. It has 36 business class seats and 265 economy class seats. The seats in Economy Class are more comfortable than in other A330-300s. They are also equipped with additional sockets and footrests. The flight on such a liner will be very comfortable even in an economy class cabin.
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The Airbus A330-300 is a long-haul passenger aircraft developed by the Western European Airbus consortium. The aircraft belongs to the A330 / 340 long-haul aircraft family.
The Airbus A330-300 used a number of technologies used on the A320. For example, the digital fly-by-wire control system, sidestick joysticks as flight control levers and the new Electronic flight instrument system (EFIS), consisting of six LCD multifunction displays.
The Airbus A330-300 is powered by two General Electric CF6-80E1A2 300.3kN or Pratt & Whitney PW-4164 284.7kN. Also on this type of aircraft are used Rolls Royce Trent-768 and Trent-772 engines with a capacity of 304.6 kN.
The fuselage of the Airbus A330-300 is long. It is capable of carrying up to 440 passengers. The aircraft's cargo compartments are capable of accommodating up to 32 LD3-type aviation containers, the volume of which is 4.5 cubic meters. The range of the airliner at maximum load is 10,800 kilometers, which is 2,500 thousand kilometers less than that of its younger model A330-200.
The aircraft simultaneously received the European JAA (Joint Airworthiness Authorities) and the American FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) certificates on October 21, 1993.
The aircraft was put into operation and the first commercial delivery took place on December 30, 1993. The French airline "Air Inter" became the first airline to receive an Airbus A330-300 at its disposal. Airbus A330-300 with 412 passenger seats made its first commercial flight on January 17, 1994 on the Paris - Marseille route.
The main competing airliners for the Airbus A330-300 are the US Boeing 787-9 and Boeing 777-200ER.
Among major airlinesthat currently operate routes with an Airbus A330-300 aircraft are: Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, Air Canada, Qatar Airways, China Airlines, Northwest Airlines, US Airways, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and other airlines.
Arrangement and numbering of seats in the cabin, scheme of seats in the Airbus A330-300 aircraft. Better and less comfortable seats on the plane
The layout of the cabin, the best and less comfortable seats on the Airbus A330-300 of Aeroflot
Aeroflot uses 3 different Airbus A330-300 configurations, but considering the seating arrangement, they are almost identical. The only aircraft that differs from others in the layout of seats is 36/265 (tail number VQ-BNS). It has more comfortable seats in Economy Class, and has footrests and sockets. The rest of the planes are not very different in terms of seating arrangements. The main difference is the number of business class seats.
At the front of the cabin, 5 or 6 rows are occupied by business class. The chairs are very comfortable, they can be folded out almost 180 degrees. Places first a number of are closest to the toilet, kitchen and wardrobe, which can be a little disturbing during the flight. Rows 5 and 6 are also adjacent to the kitchen, and are also located closest to the noisier economy class.
11 and 29 rowsx mounts for baby bassinets are installed. Convenient for baby's parents. Neighborhood with very small passengers can be troublesome.
Seats in row 15 A and K (in the layout of the aircraft 28/268). There is no porthole near these chairs.
Seats in row 29 A, C, H, K.There are emergency exits in front of them and because of this there are a lot of free space... You can comfortably stretch your legs, your knees will not rest against the back of the chair in front, and it is also easy to get out of the chair without disturbing anyone. This is very important on long flights. The disadvantage of these places in the vicinity of toilets and large monitors in front that do not turn off at night.
Seats in 27, 28, 44 and 45 rows These seats are located in front of toilets and chairs either do not recline, or have a limitation in this. Be the last to register for these ranks.
Seats with 41 rows. The narrowing of the fuselage begins from this row. Visually, almost imperceptible.
Places 41 D and G... The seats in these rows protrude slightly into the aisle. Your back can be hit by carts or people returning from the toilet.
Flight performance
- Maximum speed: 920 km / h
- Cruising speed: 870 km / h
- Flight range: 10400 km
- Liner capacity: economy class - 440 passengers, economy / business - 335 passengers, economy / business / first class - 295 passengers
