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Airbus A330-900neo

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The Airbus A330-900neo is the larger of the re-engined A330neo pair, updating the A330-300 airframe with new Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 turbofans and aerodynamic refinements. It seats about 260 passengers in two classes and up to 440 single-class, cruising at 871 km/h with a range near 13,334 km. First flown in 2017, the aircraft is 63.7 metres long with a 64.0-metre wingspan and a maximum takeoff weight of 251,000 kg. The updated engines cut fuel consumption by roughly a quarter compared with the earlier A330-300, and Airbus positioned the -900 as a lower-cost alternative to the Boeing 787 for airlines seeking an affordable modern wide-body.

Dimensions

Length: 63,66 m
Wingspan: 64,00 m
Height: 16,79 m
Cabin Width: 5,28 m

Performance

Range: 13 334 km
Cruise Speed: 871 km/h
Max Speed: 913 km/h
Service Ceiling: 12 500 m
Category: ultra-long-haul

Capacity

Typical Seats: 260
Max Seats: 440
Cargo Volume: 158,00 m³
Size: wide-body

Engines

Count: 2
Type: Turbofan
Model: Rolls-Royce Trent 7000

Airlines (7)

Delta Air Lines 20 TAP Portugal 15 Condor Flugdienst 3 Lion Mentari Airlines 2 Air Caledonie International 2 Air Mauritius 1 Cebu Pacific 1

Family Variants

Airbus A330-800neo Airbus A330-200 Airbus A330-300

Engine Profiles

Rolls-Royce Trent 7000

About Airbus A330-900neo

El A330 con 'nueva opción de motor', que ofrece un 25% menos de consumo de combustible que el A330-300ceo. Posicionado como una alternativa de menor costo al 787, popular entre las aerolíneas que necesitan un fuselaje ancho asequible.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Airbus A330-900neo typically seats 260 passengers in a standard three-class configuration with first, business, and economy cabins. In a two-class layout, it can carry up to 300 passengers, and maximum single-class capacity is 440 passengers. The cabin is 5.28 m wide, the same proven cross-section as the original A330, with economy typically configured in a 2-4-2 arrangement.

The Airbus A330-900neo has a maximum range of approximately 13,334 km (7,200 nautical miles), about 1,500 km more than the A330-300 it replaces. This range enables routes such as Singapore to London, Los Angeles to Tokyo, or Sao Paulo to Paris. The extended range is achieved through the new Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines and a higher maximum takeoff weight of 251 tonnes.

The A330-900neo achieves approximately 25% lower fuel consumption per seat compared to previous-generation wide-bodies through several improvements. The Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines are derived from the Trent XWB used on the A350 and feature a 112-inch fan diameter. New sharklet-style 3D wingtips reduce drag, and the increased maximum takeoff weight allows airlines to carry more passengers over longer distances. Airbus claims the A330neo has the lowest operating cost per seat of any wide-body aircraft.

TAP Air Portugal was the launch customer for the A330-900neo, receiving the first delivery in November 2018. Other major operators include Delta Air Lines, Corsair International, Uganda Airlines, and Lion Air. Malaysian carrier AirAsia X and Indonesian carrier Garuda Indonesia have also placed significant orders. The A330-900neo is particularly attractive to airlines upgrading from older A330s or seeking a cost-effective wide-body alternative to the more expensive A350.

The 787-9 and A330-900neo are direct competitors in the mid-size wide-body market. The 787-9 has a longer range (14,140 km vs 13,334 km) and uses more advanced composite materials for a lighter airframe. However, the A330-900neo has a lower list price and wider cabin (5.28 m vs 5.03 m), allowing more flexible seating options. The A330-900neo appeals to airlines seeking a proven platform with lower acquisition costs, while the 787-9 attracts operators prioritizing maximum range and cutting-edge technology.