Charter, Buy or Lease an Airbus A318
The A318 is the shortest and newest version of the A320 family. It is a versatile aircraft that has the capability to execute steep approaches into short fields.
Aircraft Size
| Aircraft Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 103.18 ft | 31.45 m |
| Wing Span | 111.84 ft | 34.09 m |
| Height | 41.04 ft | 12.51 m |
| Bag. Capacity | 749.00 ft³ | 021.21 m³ |
Cabin Size
| Cabin Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 70.14 ft | 21.38 m |
| Width | 12.07 ft | 3.68 m |
| Height | 7.38 ft | 2.25 m |
| Area | 3778.67 ft³ | 107.00 m³ |
Aircraft Seats
| Layout | Seats |
|---|---|
| Max Seating | 132 |
| Typical Seating | 117 |
| Pilots | 2 |
Average Prices
| Costs | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Price - New | - | - |
| Price - Used | - | - |
| Hourly Rate | 15,000 USD | 15,000 EUR |
Performance Specifications
| Performance | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| IFR Range | 3,213 nm | 5,950 km |
| Cruise Speed | 486 KTAS | 900 km/h |
| Certified Ceiling | 41,000 ft | 12,497 m |
| Rate of Climb | 2,000 ft/m | 610 m/m |
| Takeoff Distance | 5,351 ft | 1,631 m |
| Landing Distance | 4,446 ft | 1,355 m |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 130,073 lbs | 59,000 kg |
| Max Landing Weight | 123,459 lbs | 56,000 kg |
| Useful Weight | 57,250 lbs | 25,968 kg |
| Payload with Full Fuel | 33,290 lbs | 15,100 kg |
More about the Airbus A318
The A318 is the shortest version of the A320 family, and it is also the newest. It is an impressively versatile aircraft that has the capability to execute steep approaches in to short fields. Entering in to service in 2003, Airbus has used this aircraft to fit yet another niche in the jet airliner market.
Key Features of the Airbus A318
The Airbus A320 family was one of the first aircraft to use a substantial amount of light-weight, but very strong composite materials. Several parts of the aircraft, including the tail assembly are entirely made out of composite materials. The flight deck is considered revolutionary for its day. As the first aircraft to take advantage of entirely fly by wire flight control systems, this aircraft set the standard of other competitors to follow. Additionally, with modular components on the flight deck system, the Airbus A318's avionics can easily be kept up to date with the most recent avionics. The cabin of the Airbus A318 is configured 6 abreast with a standard configuration of 107 seats, and with a maximum seating capacity of 132, each configuration having 1 lavatory in the front of the aircraft and 2 located in the aft cabin.
Capabilities of the Airbus A318
The Airbus A320 is a versatile and capable medium range transport aircraft. With a service ceiling of 39,000 feet, and a top speed of MACH.82, this aircraft can easily avoid weather and produce short trip times between destinations. The Airbus A318 has a range up 3,100 miles.
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