You can see thousands of aircraft on our flight tracker map at any given time but there are a number of common types that some of the world’s largest airlines operate. We take a closer look at some of the aircraft families you’re likely to see.
The Airbus A220 is a medium-range twinjet that first flew on September 16 2013. The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. The Airbus A220 first entered service with Swiss International Airlines in 2016 and is available in two variants, the -100 and -300.
The Airbus A320 family encompasses the A319, A320, and A321, serving as a cornerstone in the global commercial aviation industry. With a common design, twin-engine aircraft offer versatility and operational efficiency for short to medium-haul routes.
The Airbus A320neo is a medium-range, narrowbody airliner which first flew in 2014. The aircraft is powered by CFM LEAP or Pratt & Whitney GTF turbofan engines and is part of a new generation aircraft family that includes the A319neo and A321neo.
The Airbus A330, a versatile twin-engine wide-body airliner, has played a pivotal role in the global aviation industry since its introduction in the early 1990s. Conceived as a response to the growing demand for long-haul, medium-capacity aircraft, the A330 was developed.
The Airbus A340 is a wide-body, four engine, long-range commercial aircraft that holds a significant place in the history of aviation. This aircraft was developed by the European aerospace consortium Airbus and played a crucial role in air travel.
The Airbus A350 was introduced into service with launch customer Qatar Airways in January 2015. The A350 is one of the most advanced airliners currently flying. The A350 utilizes cutting edge design methods and composite materials available for both its fuselage and wings.
The development of the Airbus A380 began in the late 1990s, with the formal launch of the program announced in December 2000. The concept of the A380 was to create a large, long-range aircraft that could carry a large number of passengers.
The Boeing 737 Classic is a series of narrow-body airliners serving as an upgraded version of the original 737 series. Introduced in the 1980s, the lineup includes the 737-300, -400, and -500 models, featuring improvements in fuel efficiency, range, and capacity.
The Boeing 737 MAX is a family of medium range, narrowbody airliners that include the Max 7, Max 8, Max 9 and Max 10. The Max 8 first flew on January 29th 2016, and can be powered by CFM LEAP or Pratt & Whitney GTF turbofan engines.
The Boeing 747 ‘Queen of the Skies’ is an iconic aircraft that has a history stemming more than 50 years. On February 9, 1969 B747-121 ‘RA001’ took the sky for its first flight and was then introduced into service with Pan Am in January 1970.
The Boeing 757 is a twin-engine, single-aisle airliner that was design and built concurrently with the 767. Initially used for short and mid-haul routes it was granted ETOPS approval in 1986 allowing it to fly intercontinental routes.
The Boeing 767 is a twin-engined, wide-body airliner that first flew in September 1981. Throughout it’s history it has been enormously successful with airlines, cargo operators and some of the world’s air forces.
The first Boeing 777 prototype made its maiden flight in June 1994, and the plane was certified for commercial use by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in April 1995.
The Boeing 787 ‘Dreamliner’ is a twin-engine wide-body airliner that first flew in December 2009. It was then introduced into service with launch customer All Nippon Airways in October 2011.
The Mitsubishi CRJ family is a series of regional jet aircraft initially developed by Bombardier and later acquired by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Comprising the CRJ100/200, CRJ700, CRJ900, and CRJ1000 models, these aircraft are renowned for their efficiency and passenger comfort.
The Mitsubishi CRJ family is a series of regional jet aircraft initially developed by Bombardier and later acquired by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Comprising the CRJ100/200, CRJ700, CRJ900, and CRJ1000 models, these aircraft are renowned for their efficiency and passenger comfort.
The Boeing 737 MAX is a family of medium range, narrowbody airliners that include the Max 7, Max 8, Max 9 and Max 10. The Max 8 first flew on January 29th 2016, and can be powered by CFM LEAP or Pratt & Whitney GTF turbofan engines.
The ATR 42/72 family is a renowned series of twin-turboprop regional aircraft manufactured by ATR (Aerei da Trasporto Regionale), a Franco-Italian aerospace company. The family comprises two main models, the ATR 42 and ATR 72, differing primarily in seating capacity.
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