ALL AIRCRAFT Airbus A300-600F

Airbus A300-600F

A large, wide-bodied aircraft designed to accommodate up to 28 pallets over two decks. Large primary and lower deck doors facilitate easy loading and unloading. Intended for medium-range flights.

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The Airbus A300-600 was the first twin-engine wide-body aircraft in the world and designed to operate in the medium- to long-range market. It is powered by two wing-mounted engines. In its role as a commercial airliner, the aircraft can seat up to 250 passengers. The dedicated freighter variant, dubbed the A300-600F, is used to transport medium to large cargo.

The advantages of the A300-600F are its high payload capacity and flexibility in transporting oversized and irregularly shaped cargo. The large cargo door accessing the main desk enables easy loading and unloading of cargo, and built-in automated handling systems minimize turnaround times.

The aircraft was designed to take off and land at well-equipped regional and major international airports that meet the requirements for handling large, wide-body aircraft.

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Cargo Capacity & Access

The expansive main deck occupies the area behind the forward passenger door to the back of the fuselage, and the lower deck is separated into two sections, with one section forward of the wing and one section aft of the wing. All holds combined, the aircraft can accommodate 13,800 cubic feet of cargo weighing up to 103,600 pounds.

Cargo Doors: The primary cargo door for the main deck is 141 inches wide and 101 inches in height and located on the left side of the aircraft. Placement of the door provides a large area between the nose and the engine for service equipment and vehicles to comfortably maneuver. The cargo door swings upward and clear of the doorway.

The lower deck is accessed by way of two doors located on the right side of the aircraft and approximately 106 inches wide and 66 inches in height. Belt ramps are typically used to service the lower deck.

Moderate-sized industrial equipment and assemblies.

Oil and gas assemblies and components.

Replacement parts for critical machinery or vehicles.

Specialized tools for repair or maintenance.

Time-sensitive goods.

Emergency equipment and supplies for disaster-affected areas.

Top Down Cutaway

Main Deck (Top)
Lower Deck (Bottom)

Max Payload

Cubic ft: 13,800
Weight: 103,600

Side Cargo Doors

Main Deck
Width: 141 in
Height: 101 in

Lower Deck Fore
Width: 106 in
Height: 66 in

Range & Routes

The A300-600F has a non-stop range of approximately 4,700 miles at maximum payload, making it ideal for domestic routes throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Airport Requirements

The A300-600F is a wide-body jet designed to takeoff and land at well-equipped regional and major international airports that meet the requirements for handling wide-body aircraft.

Taxiway Width: The aircraft’s length of 177 feet and wingspan of 147 feet requires a taxiway designed for wide-body jets.

Parking Apron Space: A large parking apron is required to accommodate its length and wingspan while allowing enough room for service vehicles and equipment to maneuver.

Ground Handling: The aircraft requires a cargo loader to lift cargo to the main deck. Belt or cargo loaders may be used to transfer cargo on the lower deck.

Fueling: Fueling may be carried using large capacity fuel trucks or fueling systems capable of transferring large quantities of fuel. Fuel capacity is dependent on the weight of the payload carried by the aircraft and the range of travel required, but can be up to 25,500 gallons.

Power and Air Support: The aircraft is equipped with an internal auxiliary power unit to provide electrical and pneumatic power when the engines are not running. The aircraft may also be connected to a ground power unit to power electrical and pneumatic systems.

Runway Requirements

Takeoff Runway Length: The minimum runway length for an A300-600F at maximum payload is approximately 7,500 feet. This requirement will vary based on altitude, temperature, wind conditions and runway conditions. High-altitude airports with elevations over 8,000 feet may require longer runways due to lower air density.

Landing Runway Length: At maximum payload, the A300-600F requires a minimum runway length of 5,100 feet. Wet, icy, unpaved, gravel, or grass runways may increase the minimum landing distance required for safe operation.

Crew

The A300-600F is operated by two pilots. Additional cargo support personnel may be assigned to the flight by the carrier to monitor the cargo and coordinate seamless end-to-end delivery.

KEY AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS

Length

177 feet

Wingspan

147 feet

Maximum Takeoff Weight

375,900 pounds

Maximum Payload

Approximately 103,600 pounds

Range

Approximately 4,700 miles with a full payload including crew, fuel, and cargo

Cargo Volume

Approximately 13,800 cubic feet

Cruise Speed

520 miles per hour

Engines

Typically equipped with two General Electric CF6-80C2 or Pratt & Whitney PW4000 turbofan engines

Same Day Service Options

AirFreight.com gives you access to an integrated network of airfreight options, providing the widest range of choices without having to make multiple calls to find the best rates. Your Expeditor matches your shipment size and speed requirements to a scheduled flight with a commercial carrier we partner with, eliminating waste and reducing expenses. From the moment you call us until after your shipment reaches its destination, you can trust AirFreight.com to coordinate the delivery of your freight through our superior customer service.

The Challenge

The last couple of times you worked with AirFreight.com, you were dealing with unexpected emergencies caused by circumstances beyond your control and none of the other freight companies were able to help. That’s a terrible position to be in, especially when your customers expect their shipments to arrive on time, as scheduled, and as promised. Fortunately, your shipments arrived on time thanks to the help of your Expeditor at AirFreight.com. You promised yourself you would never experience that dark cloud of uncertainty, not knowing where to turn ever again.

How We Solve It

Not facing a current crisis but still needing an ongoing, same day or next day solution for your regular shipments, you call your Expeditor directly at AirFreight.com and ask what other options are available to you for expedited shipments outside of chartering an aircraft.

What Sets Us Apart

Your Expeditor explains that as a freight broker, instead of maintaining our own aviation fleet, we are free to access and coordinate the services of multiple commercial carriers to get your shipment where it needs to go in the time you specify. We’ve investigated each carrier thoroughly in advance to ensure they have the ability and resources to safely and quickly deliver your shipment from start to finish.

It’s because of these critical business partnerships that we’re able to offer competitive rates, superior service, and get your shipment to its destination on time. If you’re making long-term plans for your company, scheduling same day air services ensures you’ll have regular access to critical freight from any starting point, and we have a couple of options for that.

Same Day Delivery. One option for same day deliveries is reserving space on a commercial flight that regularly travels between two destinations and carries cargo for multiple customers. The Expeditor identifies the most suitable commercial flight departing from the nearest airport that can accommodate the shipment within the specified time. Our hot shot trucking service is dispatched to pickup your shipment from your point of origin and expedited to the nearest airport where your shipment is loaded onto the selected flight as priority freight. Your shipment travels on the commercial flight to the destination airport (while we track the shipment in real time) and then offloaded to one of our trucks on the other end for the last leg of the delivery.

Next Flight Out (NFO). Another option is NFO, which can be used for time-critical shipments that need to be delivered as quickly as possible. The Expeditor identifies the very next available commercial or cargo flight at the nearest airport that can accommodate your shipment to your specified destination. As in option one, our hot shot trucking service is dispatched to pick up your shipment from your pickup point and expedited to the departure airport, where your shipment is loaded onto the selected flight and assigned as priority freight. Your shipment is transported on the commercial flight to the destination airport (while we track the shipment in real time) and offloaded to one of our trucks on the other end for the last leg of the delivery.

Overnight Freight Service. For deliveries required by the next day, the Expeditor identifies the most suitable commercial flight departing from the nearest airport that can accommodate the shipment within the specified time. Our hot shot trucking service is dispatched to pick up your shipment from your point of origin and expedited to the nearest airport, where your shipment is loaded onto the selected flight as priority freight. Your shipment travels on the commercial flight to the destination airport (while we track the shipment in real time) and then offloaded to one of our trucks on the other end for the last leg of the delivery.

Economy (General Freight). For shipments that are less time sensitive, we offer this cost-effective solution, allowing you to balance the speed of the shipment while working within budget constraints and ensuring the same dedication to providing reliable and responsive support for all of your shipping needs.