Lufthansa Nears Retirement of Its Last Four Airbus A340-600s
Lufthansa's remaining four Airbus A340-600s are close to retirement, ending a 24-year run for the quadjet as the airline shifts to twin-engine long-haul aircraft.
Lufthansa's last four Airbus A340-600s are nearing the end of their service life, closing out 24 years of operation with the German carrier. The airline is moving its long-haul fleet toward twin-engine, more fuel-efficient aircraft, which leaves the four-engine type with little time left in commercial service.
The A340-600 is a stretched version of the A340 and stands out for its four engines. According to the source, the remaining aircraft still fly transatlantic routes, and they can still be tracked in live commercial service, though that window is described as narrow and closing.
No dates for the final flights were given.
Sources
- simpleflying.comRetiring Soon: Track Lufthansa's Airbus A340-600s Before They're Gone For Good