The Airbus A340-500 is a rare aircraft, with only 34 built, and currently operated exclusively by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL).

Airbus' A340 family is a little less varied and includes a 200, 300, 500, and 600 series. While the smaller of the two families are closer in specs, there's more of a discrepancy between the ...

The A340 was introduced 30 years ago with Lufthansa and Air France, but only 380 have been produced since, the last in 2012. By comparison, Airbus has already made 565 of its successor, the A350 ...

In an effort to make the Airbus A340-600 more attractive to airlines, the European manufacturer has started preparations to certify the aircraft for a 475 maximum seating capacity.

This French luxury tour company has planned multi-day around-the-world 'air cruises' using an Airbus A340 with lie-flat seats. Tickets start at $75,000. By Taylor Rains ...