The Airbus A340-500 is a rare aircraft, with only 34 built, and currently operated exclusively by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL).

Airbus launched the A330 and A340, with the latter taking its first maiden flight in October 1991. The plane was subsequently certified in December 1992, taking off for commercial use in March 1993.

There are currently 237 of the A340-300 and its sister craft, the A340-200, in operation, according to Airbus’ Web site. The four-engine plane is typically configured to carry 295 passengers and ...

While the A380 superjumbo is enjoying a resurgence, its four-engined older sibling – the A340 – seems dangerously close to being grounded for good.

Airbus' A340 family is a little less varied and includes a 200, 300, 500, and 600 series. While the smaller of the two families are closer in specs, there's more of a discrepancy between the ...

The largest option is the quad-engine Airbus A340, which touched down on the ice for the first time in November 2021. Rates start at $14,500 per person for a one-day excursion and go up to ...

Germany has already replaced its old A340 fleet with next-generation Airbus A350 planes. After a more than 10-year run flying government officials around the world, Germany is selling off its last ...

Despite the lackluster commercial response, Airbus had high hopes for the A340, which was meant to replace aging Boeing 747s and DC-10s, and was touted as having an unbeatable range.