The Airbus A330-300 is a wide-body twin-engine jet airliner used by Air Canada for medium- to long-haul routes. Here are some key details about the aircraft and its service with Air Canada:
Manufacturer: Airbus
Range: Approximately 11,750 km (7,300 miles)
Engines: Typically powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 700, General Electric CF6-80E1, or Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines.
Capacity: Air Canada’s A330-300 usually carries around 275-297 passengers in a 3-class configuration (Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy).
Business Class (Signature Class):
Seats: Lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 configuration for aisle access.
Amenities: Enhanced in-flight dining, personal entertainment systems, and premium amenities.
Premium Economy:
Seats: More spacious than Economy, with extra legroom in a 2-3-2 configuration.
Amenities: Premium meals, larger seats, and priority boarding.
Economy Class:
Seats: Configured in a 2-4-2 layout, offering personal entertainment screens.
Amenities: Complimentary meals and drinks on international flights.
Air Canada operates the A330-300 on transatlantic routes (e.g., Canada to Europe) and select transcontinental or South American flights.
Popular routes include flights from Toronto (YYZ) or Montreal (YUL) to major European destinations like London Heathrow, Frankfurt, and Paris.
The A330-300 is known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, offering a quieter cabin compared to older models.
It is part of Air Canada’s modernized long-haul fleet, often used alongside the Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner.
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