Airbus. Getting to grips with Performance retention and fuel Saving. A330/A340 Family

Airbus Flight Operations. Airbus S. A. S., 2015. — 68 p.This document discusses the basic principles of fuel efficiency for in-service aircraft. It highlights measures that can reduce the fuel consumption of Airbus’ A330/A340 family of aircraft. The document’s objective is to contribute to the general awareness of fuel efficiency throughout the airline and beyond. It is a starting point and not a definitive guide to what an operator must do to minimize fuel consumption or, more precisely, minimize operational costs. It provides a basis for study. Implementation of initiatives described in this document should be evaluated in the context of the operator’s specific operation and in collaboration with all stakeholders.
The document has been written principally from the perspective of the aircraft, its operation, maintenance and servicing. However, where appropriate, mention is made of other influencing factors, such as scheduling or passenger service level. Environmental issues are becoming increasingly important and these too have been outlined. References and points of contact within Airbus are provided throughout for those wishing to explore any item more fully.ScopeIndustry Issues
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