Airbus A330 is a group of wide-body aircraft having two engines. In the cabin of such aircraft there are two or more passages (corridors). The largest aircraft in this family is the Airbus A330-300. These liners can have different capacity, depending on the cabin class. The Airbus A330-300 is the oldest aircraft in this series. Below is a diagram Airbus cabin A330-300 Aeroflot.
The A330-200 model belongs to the same family. The main difference lies in the reduced length of the fuselage. At A330-300 fuselage length is 63.69 m, while the airbus A330-200 – 59 m. Also, the A330-200 model has a lower carrying capacity and capacity.
Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot
Aircraft of this series are long-haul. The Airbus A330-300 is capable of covering a distance of 11,300 km. Since it is used for air transportation on long distance, in the cabin there is a special cabin-compartment for the rest of the crew. Also in the cabin there is a dedicated space under the passenger deck. This area is used for the rest of the stewardesses and is located in the cargo hold, where the stairs lead from the cabin.
In general, the cabins of the Airbuses of this series are very comfortable. It has everything a passenger needs for a comfortable flight. Salons are equipped with a modern ventilation system, as well as a system of individual and general lighting. There are monitors for passenger entertainment. These monitors are built into the back of the front seats. On such screens, you can watch movies, video clips, as well as see the image captured by the camera installed in the nose of the aircraft. There is internet here.
Cabin capacity
The cabin of this liner is very roomy. Since the aircraft of this series have a different layout, their capacity is also different. Most big liners can carry up to 440 people. The minimum capacity is 295 passengers. The number of seats in the cabin directly depends on what classes of cabins are present here. Aeroflot Airlines has seventeen such aircraft:
- One Airbus: 36 business class seats and 265 economy class seats.
- Five Airbuses: 34 business class seats and 268 economy class seats.
- Eleven aircraft: 28 business class seats and 268 economy class seats.
There are also airbuses of this family, in the cabin of which there are three classes: business, economy and first.
Salon Airbus A330-300 "Aeroflot"
Features of passenger seats in business class
The Aeroflot A330-300 cabin layout described below will allow you to determine the most suitable seats depending on the needs and wishes of the passenger. As an example, the scheme of an aircraft with a configuration of 28 business class seats and 268 economy class seats is considered. The number and location of seats in other liners of this series is different, but the recommendations below will be relevant for each of them.
The front of the cabin consists of 6 rows of business class. The chairs here are very comfortable. In them, passengers can easily endure a long flight. The backs recline almost 180 degrees. However, among these places there are those that can bring minor discomfort during the flight. We are talking about the first, fifth and sixth rows. The first row is right next to the wardrobe. There is also a kitchen and toilets nearby. The fifth and sixth rows are located close to the economy class seats, which are usually quite noisy.
Seats in economy class
If you are flying with small children in a bassinet, book seats in rows 11 or 29. Here, next to the passenger seats, there are specially designated places for placing a cradle with an infant. The eleventh row starts immediately after the sixth row of business class, so it is the first in economy class.
In the aircraft of the considered configuration, there are no windows near the seats in the 15th row. Therefore, if you want to enjoy the views from the window during the flight, choose seats in other rows.
Seats in row 29 are located next to the emergency exit. In addition, there is a fairly large free space in front of these chairs. This allows you to get up from your seat and freely pass into the corridor of the cabin without disturbing those who are sitting nearby. The presence of free space allows you to stretch your legs and not keep them bent all the time during the flight.
But seats in the 29th row also have disadvantages. Such disadvantages include too large monitors (information boards), which are turned on even during night flights. Next to the chairs in this row are the bathrooms. Because of this, other passengers often pass by the row, queues can form here, creating additional noise. Often, passengers sitting in row 29 hear the sound of the toilet door opening and closing during the flight, which can be annoying, especially considering that the flight lasts several hours.
Seats in rows 27, 28, 44, 45 are the same as in other economy class rows. However, due to the specifics of the interior arrangement, the backs of these seats either do not recline or recline at a very small angle. In addition, toilets are located in front of these rows. Is not best places, therefore, if there are other free seats on the plane, it is better not to book them.
The two extreme places in the 41st row slightly extend beyond the other rows and are partially located in the aisle. This feature is explained by the narrowing of the fuselage in this place.
The location of the seats in the cabin
The cabin layout of the Airbus A330-300 Aeroflot and the best places that you now know about will help you buy the right ticket. Knowing the features of the seats in some rows, many people buy tickets by booking the most comfortable places in every class. Therefore, it is better to buy a ticket in advance, because with the approaching departure date good places there is less and less. If you have any doubts about choosing a seat, you should contact an Aeroflot employee who will help you choose the best option.
As for the described configuration, if it is not possible to buy a business class ticket, it is still better to choose seats in rows 11 or 29. Unlike other places, there is no possibility that the neighbor sitting in front will recline the back of his chair. If in other rows it is crowded for passengers, then in the 11th and 29th there is a lot of free space in front of the seats. Having a kitchen nearby is not a disadvantage, since passengers on these rows get their food first. The only thing that can really interfere during the flight is the crying of small children (due to the availability of seats for cradles, these seats are often occupied by passengers with babies). As for the presence of bathrooms nearby, the sounds of an opening and closing door are heard here as well as in neighboring rows. Therefore, when choosing, for example, between 11 and 12, preference should be given to the 11th row.
Of all the aircraft of this series that Aeroflot has, it is necessary to single out the liner with the number VQ-BNS. It has 36 business class seats and 265 economy class seats. Seats in economy class are more comfortable than in other A330-300 aircraft. They are also equipped with additional sockets and footrests. The flight on such a liner will be very comfortable even in the economy class cabin.
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The Airbus A330-300 is the largest aircraft in the A330 series. It can be considered relatively new model. The Airbus A330-300 is a wide-body aircraft equipped with two engines. It has two aisles between the rows of seats in the cabin. Such aircraft are designed for flights over long distances, so the cabin is equipped in such a way that it is convenient for all passengers to be in it. For example, each chair has a built-in display with an entertainment system. Wi-Fi is available for a fee. The vessel has a high capacity, but variants of this model differ in the number of seats (the current plan of the airliner is on the official website of Aeroflot).
Model A330-300 has three configurations:
- Single class (440 passengers on board);
- Two-class (335 passengers on board);
- Three-class (295 passengers on board).
From the point of view of the placement of seats, the difference between these variations is not too noticeable. The main difference is only in the number of rows of seats in the business class.
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Airbus cabin configuration
The current layout of the cabin of the aircraft A330-300 of Aeroflot airlines
Business Class
Business class seats are located in the first six rows of the cabin. The seats are highly comfortable and can recline 180º, allowing you to sleep on long flights. Business class is pretty quiet. Passengers flying in business class receive food before economy class, their menu is more varied, more drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) are offered. However, there are also disadvantages here. In the 1st row - this is the proximity to the wardrobe, kitchen and toilets. But there is also an advantage here - a lot of legroom and the 1st row gets food very first. The 5th and 6th rows can cause some discomfort due to the proximity to the economy class, where there is a noisy atmosphere.
Economy class
The economy class in the Airbus A-330 300 is divided into 2 parts, between which there are toilets and emergency exits. Seats are arranged with eight seats in each row - two on the left, four in the middle and two on the right. The middle seats in almost all rows are pushed forward a little. Food on the plane is served from the bow. Therefore, you need to take into account that the closer your seat is to the tail of the aircraft, the later you will be served food. When flying in economy class, there are some general points to consider:
- Harsh seats, and the distance between the seats and rows is quite narrow;
- The food is delicious, but the menu selection is not as rich as in business class;
- If you want to sleep during the flight, do not want to be distracted by neighbors and flight attendants and do not intend to get up often yourself, then the seats by the window will suit you. They are also good for those who like to look out the window during the flight;
- Aisle seats are good because they are easy to get up from. This is very convenient if you need to go to the toilet often or if you are flying with a child, and you often have to go away with him as needed.
Choosing the best seat on an A330-300 Aeroflot aircraft
In business class, the location of seats on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th rows is considered as comfortable as possible. They are calm, no one distracts with extraneous noises, smells, etc.
But seats on some rows of economy class require separate characteristics:
The 11th row is the first row of the economy class. Its advantages and disadvantages are similar to the 29th row, from which the second economy class compartment begins. There is a lot of free space in front of the chairs, which allows you to stretch your legs and allows you to stay comfortably. tall people With long legs. Another plus is that no one will recline the back of the chair, reducing free space. There is a wall in front of the side seats, on which there are large monitors broadcasting up-to-date information about the flight. They burn throughout the flight and can interfere. Also on these walls are cradles for small children, so these rows are the best for those who fly with babies. If you are annoyed by the screams of children in the immediate vicinity, it is better to choose another place. A feature of this row is that the armrests of the chairs are motionless due to the tables built into them. A significant disadvantage is the proximity to the toilet, the sounds of drains, noises, conversations, queues of passengers.
The 15th row is characterized by the absence of portholes. For some this is an advantage and for others it is a disadvantage. It depends on the personal preferences of the passenger.
The 12th-26th rows are standard economy class seats without any significant drawbacks and advantages.
Bad places: how not to make a mistake
Seats on the 41st, 42nd and 43rd rows are considered not very convenient. Starting from these rows, the aircraft begins to narrow, and the paired side seats are located at an angle relative to the next row. Four seats in the middle of the 41st row protrude slightly into the aisle, so people walking along the corridors can distract and interfere. From the 42nd row in the middle there are only 3 chairs.
The 27th, 28th, 44th and 45th rows are considered completely uncomfortable. These seats are the last in the economy class compartments. They border the toilets (45th row borders the kitchen and is located between the toilets), which are located immediately behind them. You will be distracted by queues of passengers, noise, smells and flight attendants. Due to the wall located at the back, the chair cannot be reclined. This is especially inconvenient on long flights or if you have back problems. Moreover, in the last rows under the seats there are often boxes that make it difficult to stretch your legs.
Take these places only if all the others are already taken. Otherwise, you are guaranteed an uncomfortable flight, fatigue and a spoiled mood.
- Keep in mind that if a child, a disabled person or an animal is flying with you, then Aeroflot will not sell you tickets for seats in front of emergency exits. The same goes for pregnant women and the very elderly;
- Most safe places located at the tail of the aircraft.
Before buying a ticket, be sure to study the scheme of the aircraft, choose a seat according to your individual preferences and try to book it as early as possible.
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The Airbus A330-200 is part of the A330 family of wide-body, twin-engined short-to-long-haul aircraft with the shortest fuselage in its family. Length Airbus aircraft The A330-200 is 58.82 meters, almost five meters shorter than the original Airbus A330-300.
The Airbus A330-200 aircraft development program began in November 1995 with the aim of creating competition for the American Boeing 767-300ER, and also as a replacement for the Airbus A300-600R aircraft. The Airbus A330-200 modification was developed and built on the basis of the A330-300 aircraft. The wings, equipment and cockpit layout of these aircraft are identical. Under the wings on the pylons of the A330-200, two Rolls Royce Trent-700 or PW-4000 turbojet engines of the American company Pratt & Whitney are installed. The A330-200 also uses General Electric CF6-80E1 engines. Each of the installed engines has a power of up to 316 kN.
The Airbus A330-200 also had a larger keel compared to the larger A330-300 and additional fuel tanks, allowing for longer range compared to the older version of the aircraft. The maximum takeoff weight of the aircraft reaches 275 tons.
The first Airbus A330-200 took to the skies on August 13, 1997. A year later, after passing all ground and air tests, the airliner received its certificate.
From its very first production, the Airbus A330-200 began to sell well. And today, during its operation, this wide-body aircraft has proven itself well in the passenger air transportation market around the world, and has become the aircraft of choice for many airlines.
A330-200 is operated by Aeroflot, Air China, Air France/KLM, Austrian Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, Emirates, Etihad, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Qantas, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Vietnam Airlines, Yemenia and many other airlines.
Location and numbering of seats in the cabin, seating diagram in the Airbus A330-200 aircraft. The best and least comfortable seats on the plane
Rows 1 to 6 These are business class seats. There are very comfortable chairs. They fold out almost 180 degrees. But close to places 1st and 4th rows there is a kitchen, which can be a little disturbing during the flight. Front seats in the 5th row
there is a toilet, which can be a little inconvenient.
Seats at 11 and 24ranks located in front of the barrier. These are standard seats, there is enough room for the knees, but the monitors are located in the armrests. On the walls there are large monitors that do not turn off and, if you fly at night, interfere with sleep.
Seats in row 23. These are standard economy class seats. Proximity to toilets makes them not very comfortable. The advantage of these seats is that the backs of the seats recline.
24 row. Seats A,C,H,K . There are emergency exits in front of them and there is a lot of free legroom, you can get up from them without disturbing the neighbors, and also they, when getting up, will not disturb you. Minus the closeness of the toilets. Places D,E,F,G- fastenings for cradles are located on the wall in front of the seats. There are large monitors on the walls and they do not turn off at night.
Places at 33,34,35 and S. Starting from the 33rd row, the narrowing of the fuselage begins. This curvature can be a slight inconvenience, although it is almost imperceptible. Also, in some configurations, it happens that metal boxes with equipment are located under the seats in front, which reduces legroom.
34 row D and G. Armchairs in these places "bulge" a little into the aisle. Sometimes they can be hit by food carts.
Row 35 D,F,G. The distance to the front row is slightly less than the standard.
Extreme places in the 36th and 37th row- the usual economy class seats, but adjacent to the toilets.
Flight performance
- Maximum speed: 920 km/h
- Cruise speed: 875 km/h
- Flight range: 12500 km
- Liner capacity: economy class - 406 passengers, economy / business - 293 passengers, economy / business / first class - 253 passengers
French President Francois Hollande makes his flights on Airbus A330-200. Before creating comfortable conditions, 176 million euros were invested in it. Thanks to the investment, a separate large lounge, compartments for journalists and business experts, a small operating room, and special equipment for transmitting secret ciphers appeared on board the liner.
The "smallest" liner and type A330, Airbus A330-200, is available in several different standard configurations. In a three-class cabin (economy / business / first / class) 253 passengers can fit, in a two-class configuration the number seats possible to increase up to 300.
Ask an Airline Worker for Advice
If possible, carefully study the scheme of the airliner on which you will fly
Do not take seats in which the seats do not recline or are limited in this
Do not take places near toilets, kitchens and other technical rooms in the very tail.
Consider the scheme of the Airbus A330-200 airliner, which Aeroflot uses on its flights. And we will figure out which are the best places, and which are not very good. To make it more convenient, we will depict this scheme schematically.
1-6 p. - Business Class. very comfortable business class seats on these aircraft. They fold out almost 180 degrees. However, there are a couple of notes. There is a kitchen next to the seats in rows 1 and 4, this can cause a little disturbance during the flight. Before places 5 p. there is a toilet. May be a slight inconvenience. Immediately behind the seats 6 p. the economy class sector begins, moreover, on 11 rows there are fastenings for baby cradles. Most often, passengers with small children sit there, and they are not always calm. It is not very comfortable to rest under children's cries.
11 p. and 24 p. located in front of the barrier. Standard seats, there is room for the knees, but the monitors are located in the armrests. In addition, large monitors are located on the walls. They do not turn off at all and if you fly at night, they interfere with sleep.
23 p. Standard seats in economy class. Not very comfortable makes them close to the toilets. Constant near you will be the movement of the queue. You can also mention the constant sound of the tank and, possibly, an unpleasant smell. But, note that the backs of the seats recline, so there are pluses too.
24 p.: K, H, C, A These places have both disadvantages and advantages. Let's start with the merits. There are emergency exits in front of them and there is a lot of free space for the legs, you can get up from them without even disturbing the neighbors, however, they will not bother you when they get up. Now for the disadvantages. Close to toilets. This is very significant. On the one hand, they will definitely constantly walk next to you, they can step on your foot several times during the flight, hurt you. On the other hand, toilet doors often close/open. In one of the booths, the door spring may weaken, and some passengers do not close the doors behind them at all. Unpleasant sounds from the tank and smells will accompany you throughout the flight. Likewise, on the wall in front places G, F, E, D fastenings for cradles are located. This means that there is a possibility that there will be passengers flying with babies in the neighborhood. It rarely happens that during a long-haul flight they behave calmly all the time. We also note the large monitors that are located in front of you. They do not turn off at night and will interfere with sleep. If you are ready to neglect all this, but get legroom (which is very important on long-haul flights), then take these places.
33,34,35 rows. Starting from 33 p. the fuselage is shrinking. This curvature is a slight inconvenience, although it is almost imperceptible. Also, in other configurations, it happens that under the seats in front there are metal boxes filled with equipment, which makes less legroom. 34 p. G and D - chairs in these places "bulge out" a little into the aisle. Sometimes they can be hit by food carts. 35 p. G, F, D - on some variants of the aircraft, the distance to the front row is slightly less than the standard..
Extreme places 36 and 37 p. Ordinary seats in economy class, but, as with 23 nearby - slamming doors, smells, proximity to toilets. Not the best places.
A couple of general points about the location of the seats in the Airbus A330-200 - their disadvantages and advantages.
1. Seats that are located next to the window have the advantage of being able to look into it during the flight (this, of course, depends on the time of flight and the weather). If you fly at night, this merit does not count. Another neighbor will not bother you if he wants to get up. These places have one drawback - it is not very convenient to leave it yourself. Therefore, if there is no need to go to the toilet often or you intend to oversleep the entire flight, choose seats by the window.
2. The seats, which are located near the aisle, have their own dignity - it is very easy to get up from it, if necessary, to the toilet. The disadvantages are that a neighbor can be disturbed if he needs to get up. Flight attendants with carts and passengers who pass through the cabin to the galley and toilets can also interfere. Therefore, if you are flying with a child and, most likely, you will often have to go to the toilet. Or you yourself have a need to go to the restroom more often, then choose from the edge of the seat.
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The 330 line of aircraft is confidently conquering the market occupied by the American manufacturer. The aircraft, leading its history from the first Airbus model A300, is of interest to airlines due to its affordable price in the secondary market and good economic performance. And what will it be of interest to a passenger ascending the gangway? What will he meet on board? What is the level of comfort?
The cabin of the aircraft starts with a 24-seat business class equipped with Weber Aircraft seats. They do not just provide passenger comfort at a high level. They give him his own slice of aircraft cabin space, enough for a long flight!
Entrance door and flight attendant seat. Do you know that aircraft doors are the same airframe units as the wing and fuselage? This was done, apparently because of their contribution to ensuring the comfort and safety of the aircraft and the flight as a whole.
Usual Erbas luggage racks. Conservatism? Perhaps, because the convenience for the passenger is the main thing! Turning and descending schemes on Boeng aircraft have their advantages, but! I have seen more than once how the shelf descended on the head of an unlucky passenger. This doesn't happen here!
Oh, and one more thing, a spherical mirror helps a passenger of any height to check: did I forget something on board?
Welcome to Economy! There are 255 seats here. The layout of the seats is 2-4-2. This arrangement allows the passenger to enter the aisle at the side or in the middle part of the cabin only through one neighboring passenger and was first used on aircraft of this manufacturer. The seats, designed by Zodiac Seats France, are upholstered in pleasant blue fabric and equipped with a personal entertainment system.
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