Airbus flight diversion

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has approved the A330-800 for ETOPS (Extended-range Twin-engine Operations) “beyond 180 minutes” diversion time.

What this does is maximise the A330-800’s transpacific range capability of up to 8,150nm.

The latest approval for the -800, which includes ETOPS 180 minutes capability in the aircraft’s basic specification, also includes the option for “ETOPS 285 minutes”. This extends the potential air diversion distance to around 2,000nm of legal single engine flying if ever required. The US FAA’s respective ETOPS certification for the A330-800 is expected soon.

The A330-800, which in February 2020 received its joint Type Certification from EASA and the FAA, as with the larger A330-900 model, incorporates the Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, a new 3D-optimised wing with greater span and lighter composite materials, plus new wingtip Sharklets.  

Airbus is offering a typical three-class layout seating between 220-260 with orders from Kuwait Airlines (8), Turkish Airlines (2) and four for an undisclosed customer.

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