Topic title: ICAO code
A300B2
Aircraft Model (Name & Manufacturer)
Airbus A300B2 by Airbus Industrie
Aircraft Category
D (Wingspan: ~44.84 m)
Purpose or Role in Game
Medium-to-long haul widebody – early-generation twin-engine jetliner for intercontinental and high-capacity trunk routes
Why should this aircraft be added?
The A300B2 was the world’s first twin-engine widebody aircraft, marking a significant evolution in commercial aviation. It adds retro realism to WoA, especially for historical campaigns or vintage airport events. It bridges the gap between older quadjets (like B707/DC-8) and modern twinjets (like A330/B767), offering players a taste of the 1970s-80s era aviation. Adds variety for mid-size and major airports in earlier game stages.
Airlines that use it
• Lufthansa
• Air France
• Korean Air
• Iran Air (still operating)
• Air Inter
• EgyptAir
• Olympic Airways
• Indian Airlines
• Philippine Airlines
(many operators eventually shifted to later A300 variants)
Special characteristics or variants
• Range: ~3,950 km (2,450 mi)
• Capacity: 250–280 passengers (typical 2-class layout)
• Engines: 2 × GE CF6-50 or Pratt & Whitney JT9D
• First flight: October 28, 1972
• Entry into service: 1974 with Air France
• Featured no leading-edge slats on the early models
• STOL characteristics relative to its size (early Airbus focus on field performance)
• Can operate at airports with older infrastructure (no jetways, stairs only)
Optional: Links or references
• Wikipedia: Airbus A300 - Wikipedia
• Airbus Heritage: https://www.airbus.com/en/who-we-are/our-history/commercial-aircraft/a300
