Aircraft Comparison

Search for any two commercial aircraft and compare specifications side-by-side. Range, speed, passenger capacity, dimensions, MTOW, engines, and first flight date.

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Specification
Manufacturer
First Flight
Length
Wingspan
Height
Max Takeoff Weight
Maximum Range
Cruise Speed
Typical Seats (2-class)
Maximum Seats
Engines
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How to Use

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Search for Two Aircraft
Type an aircraft name or manufacturer into either search box. The tool queries our database of 80+ commercial aircraft types and shows matching results as you type.
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View the Comparison
Once both aircraft are selected, the side-by-side specification table loads instantly. Every key metric is displayed.
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Read the Visual Bars
Horizontal bars show the relative range, cruise speed, and passenger capacity of each aircraft, scaled to the larger of the two values.

About

Aircraft comparison is the backbone of every route-planning decision in commercial aviation. When an airline evaluates a new long-haul city pair, the choice between a Boeing 787-9 and an Airbus A350-900 can mean the difference between a profitable flight and a cancelled route. This tool puts the specifications that matter -- range, speed, capacity, MTOW, and dimensions -- side-by-side so you can understand those tradeoffs at a glance.

Modern widebodies like the A350 and 787 achieve their headline range figures through composite construction, high-bypass turbofan engines, and refined aerodynamics. Narrowbodies like the A320neo and 737 MAX optimize for short-haul frequency, trading range for cycle efficiency. Regional turboprops like the ATR 72 exchange speed for fuel economy on short sectors under 90 minutes.

All specifications are sourced from manufacturer publications. Range assumes standard payload with fuel reserves; cruise speed is the normal operating speed at optimal altitude; passenger counts reflect typical two-class and maximum high-density layouts.

FAQ

What does MTOW mean?

Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) is the certified maximum weight at which an aircraft may begin its takeoff run. It includes the aircraft's empty weight, fuel, passengers, cargo, and crew. MTOW is a key performance limiter for range calculations.

Why do range figures vary between sources?

Range depends on payload, fuel load, wind conditions, and operating altitude. Manufacturers publish range under standard assumptions. Airlines may achieve different ranges depending on their specific cabin configuration and route conditions.

What is the difference between typical and maximum seating?

Typical seats reflect a standard two-class configuration (business + economy). Maximum seats reflect a single-class, high-density layout with minimum seat pitch. For example, a Boeing 737-800 typically seats 162 in two classes but can carry up to 189 in a single-class charter layout.

Which commercial aircraft hold the current performance records?

For range, the Airbus A350-900ULR holds the commercial record at approximately 18,000 km. For passenger capacity, the Airbus A380-800 leads with typical seating around 555 and maximum certified capacity of 853.

Which aircraft manufacturers are included?

The database covers Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, ATR, Bombardier, and other manufacturers with publicly published specifications -- over 80 commercial aircraft types in total.