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7 Aircraft That Were Retired Earlier Than Expected

Some aircraft have a long-lasting legacy, but others are not so fortunate. Here are seven aircraft that exited earlier than many imagined.

What's The History Behind The World's Longest Scheduled Flights?

From the early flying boats to modern ultra-long-range twinjets, the mantle of ‘world’s longest scheduled flight’ has been held by several carriers.

Why Airbus Built The A340-500

When ETOPS rules were relaxed, four-engined planes fell out of favor, ultimately leading to the demise of the niche Airbus A340-500.

The 10 Largest Private Jets In The World

A closer look at the 10 largest and most luxurious private aircraft in the world.

The Advantages Of The Airbus A340-500

The A340-500 was once the longest-range commercial airliner, but it takes more than breaking the record to create a successful jet.

Morbid But True: The Story Of Singapore Airlines' 'Corpse Cupboards' On The Airbus A340-500

Deaths onboard are a real rarity. However, airlines must be prepared to deal with such tragic scenarios, especially on long-haul flights.

21 Years Ago Today: The Airbus A340-500's First Flight

The Airbus A340-500 used to be the longest-range commercial airliner.

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The budget proposal includes funding for procuring a replacement and flight crew training to be spread over four years.

Did The Thai Royal Air Force Just Operate The World's Longest Airbus A340 Flight?

The flight from Bangkok to Charlotte took 18 hours and 14 minutes and covered 7,859 nautical miles.

There Are No More Passenger Airbus A340-500 Flights Planned This Year

There are no more scheduled airline passenger flights using the A340-500 anywhere in the world. But might that change?

Which Airline Flew The Most Examples Of Each Airbus A340 Variant

377 A340 aircraft were delivered in total - but each variant has seen different use.