The Airbus A310 is the agile widebody "short-stretch" that redefined long-range efficiency for moderate-demand routes. Derived from the groundbreaking A300, the A310 featured a shortened fuselage, a completely new high-aspect-ratio wing, and a large two-crew glass cockpit that eliminated the need for a flight engineer. Its impressive range and versatile performance allowed it to conquer both transcontinental hops and transatlantic crossings with ease, becoming a favorite for airlines seeking to optimize capacity without sacrificing reach. From its early -200 series to the venerable -300 and specialized multi-role tanker transports, the A310's legacy is one of pioneering technology and exceptional flexibility, proving that a compact widebody could deliver world-class performance and passenger comfort.
The A310-200 is the baseline model that introduced the world to the advanced widebody twinjet concept. With its unique high-lift wing and digital two-crew cockpit, it offered airlines significant efficiency for medium-range, high-capacity missions.
| ICAO code | A312 |
| Engine type | GE CF6 |
| Length | 153.2 ft / 46.7 m |
| Wingspan | 144 ft / 43.9 m |
| Height | 52.3 ft / 15.94 m |
| MTOW | 317,465 lbs / 144 tons |
| Range | 3,500 nm |
| Max pax capacity | 237 |
