The Airbus A340 is a long-range, wide-body passenger airliner that was developed and produced by Airbus. In the mid-1970s, Airbus conceived several derivatives of the A300, its first airliner, and developed the A340 quadjet in parallel with the A330 twinjet.

Sep 18, 2023 · What was the A340-8000? According to a FlightGlobal report, Airbus developed the Airbus A340-8000 as an ultra-long-range aircraft for the Brunei royal family - in fact, it was said to have been ordered personally by the Sultan of Brunei as a gift for his brother.

Sep 20, 2023 · In 1998, the government of Brunei took delivery of a very unique Airbus A340. This aircraft was the only example of the European quadjet widebody's '-8000' variant. What exactly made the A340-8000 so unique, and where is it now?

Jun 3, 2024 · This is the Airbus A340-8000, a unique aircraft built for an incredibly specific purpose, and for a special client. This is not really a term people use when it comes to aircraft, but this is as close to a ‘one-off’ as you can get. It’s still in …

Jul 21, 2024 · In 1998, a very unique Airbus A340 was to be delivered to the government of Brunei. It was, in fact, the one and only Airbus “A340-8000”. This special variant was to go to the brother of the Sultan of Brunei. What made the A340-8000 so unique and where is …

Mar 22, 2020 · In 1998, a very unique Airbus A340 was to be delivered to the government of Brunei. It was, in fact, the one and only Airbus “A340-8000”. This special variant was to go to the brother of the...

The Airbus A340-8000, acquired by the government of Saudi Arabia, is a spin-off variant of the A340. It was built for the Sultan of Brunei.

Jun 6, 2024 · The Airbus A340-8000 stands out as one of the aviation world’s most distinctive aircraft, boasting a blend of remarkable features that set it apart from its counterparts. From its impressive range to its luxurious amenities, the A340-8000 offers passengers an unparalleled flying experience.

Mar 7, 2007 · The one and only Airbus "A340-8000" originally destined for the Sultan of Brunei's brother has been acquired by Saudi Arabian VIP as it updates its widebody fleet, according to Flight's ACAS...

May 27, 2021 · Current A340-200; Advanced version (previously referred to as A340-8000) wifli additional fuel in two tanks in rear cargo hold, strengthened fuselage and wings.