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European Aviation Safety Agency

EASA
TYPE-CERTIFICATE
DATA SHEET
No. EASA.A.004

for
AIRBUS A330

Type Certificate Holder:

AIRBUS
1 Rond-point Maurice Bellonte
31707 Blagnac
FRANCE

For models:

A330-201
A330-202
A330-203

A330-223 A330-301
A330-243 A330-302
A330-223F A330-303
A330-243F

A330-321
A330-322
A330-323

A330-341
A330-342
A330-343

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TABLE OF CONTENT

SECTION 1: GENERAL (ALL MODELS) ...................................................................................... 3

SECTION 2: A330-300 SERIES .................................................................................................... 5
I. General ........................................................................................................................................ 5
II. Certification Basis ....................................................................................................................... 5
III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations ............................................................... 7
SECTION 3: A330-200 SERIES ................................................................................................... 15
I. General ...................................................................................................................................... 15
II. Certification Basis ..................................................................................................................... 15
III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations ............................................................. 18
SECTION 4: A330-200 FREIGHTER SERIES .............................................................................. 25
I. General ...................................................................................................................................... 25
II. Certification Basis ..................................................................................................................... 25
III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations ............................................................. 29
SECTION: ADMINISTRATIVE ...................................................................................................... 35
I. Acronyms and Abbreviations ..................................................................................................... 35
II. Type Certificate Holder Record ................................................................................................. 35
III. Change Record........................................................................................................................ 36

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SECTION 1: GENERAL (ALL MODELS)

1.

Data Sheet No:

A.004

2.

Airworthiness Category:

Large Aeroplanes

3.

Performance Category:

4.

Certifying Authority:

EASA

5.

Type Certificate Holder:

AIRBUS
1 Rond-point Maurice Bellonte
31707 Blagnac, France

6.

ETOPS:
The Type Design, system reliability and performance of A330 model(s) were found capable
for Extended Range Operations when configured, maintained and operated in accordance
with the current revision of the ETOPS Configuration, Maintenance and Procedures (CMP)
document, LR2/EASA: AMC 20-6/CMP.
This finding does not constitute an approval to conduct Extended Range Operations
(operational approval must be obtained from the responsible Authority).
The following table provides details on the ETOPS approvals.

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Engine Type

120 Min
Approval Date

180 Min
Approval Date

Beyond 180 Min*

Approval Date

A330-301
A330-302
A330-303

GE CF6-80E1A2
GE CF6-80E1A4
GE CF6-80E1A3

29 April 1994
N/A
N/A

06 February 1995
17 June 2004
17 June 2004

13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009

A330-321
A330-321
A330-322
A330-322
A330-323
A330-323
A330-323

PW
PW
PW
PW
PW
PW
PW

4164
4164-1D
4168
4168-1D
4168A
4168A-1D
4170

06 February 1995
N/A
06 February 1995
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

04 August 1995
N/A
04 August 1995
N/A
22 April 1999
04 June 2009
04 June 2009

13 October 2009
04 February 2011
13 October 2009
04 February 2011
13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009

A330-341
A330-342
A330-343
A330-343

RR Trent 768-60
RR Trent 772-60
RR Trent 772B-60
RR Trent 772C-60

15 December 1995
15 December 1995
N/A
N/A

17 June 1996
17 June 1996
21 October 1999
20 April 2006

13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009

A330-201
A330-202
A330-203

GE CF6-80E1A2
GE CF6-80E1A4
GE CF6-80E1A3

N/A
N/A
N/A

13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009

PW 4168A
PW 4168A-1D
PW 4170
PW 4170
PW 4168A-1D
Intermix PW
4168A/PW 4168A1D

N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

19 November
20021998
27 April
30 November
2001
13 July 1998
04 June 2009
04 June 2009
09 July 2010
10 April 2012

N/A

** May 2013

N/A

Variant

A330-223
A330-223
A330-223
A330-223F
A330-223F
A330-223F

13 October 2009
13 October 2009
13 October 2009
N/A
N/A

A330-243
RR Trent 772B-60
N/A
03 February 1999
13 October 2009
A330-243
RR Trent 772C-60
N/A
19 April 2006
13 October 2009
A330-243F RR Trent 772B-60
N/A
09 July 2010
N/A
* Note: Refer to the Airplane Flight Manual and ETOPS CMP document for maximum diversion
time/distance.

Note

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SECTION 2: A330-300 SERIES

I. General
1. Aeroplane:

Airbus A330-300

II. Certification Basis

1. Reference Application Date for EASA Certification:
15 June 1988
2. EASA Certification Date (JAA recommendation):
(DGAC-F TC 184 remains a valid reference for models certified before 28 September 2003).
A330-301:
A330-321:
A330-322:
A330-341:
A330-342:
A330-323:
A330-343:
A330-302:
A330-303:

21 October 1993
02 June 1994
02 June 1994
22 December 1994
22 December 1994
22 April 1999
13 September 1999
17 May 2004
17 May 2004

3. EASA Certification Basis:

JAR 25 Change 13 effective on October 5, 1989 with the following exceptions:
Deviation on limited areas for compliance against paragraphs 25.561 and 25.562 such as:
Compliance at change 12 for wing tank outside the fuselage contour
For showing compliance with JAR 25.785 (a)(b)(c), the front row seats located behind a
bulkhead are not tested according to JAR 25.562(c)(5)(6). Instead, a minimum 35
inches distance between the seats and the bulkhead is considered an acceptable
alternative
JAR AWO Change 1
NPA JAR AWO-3 (Take-off in low visibility)
OP 91/1 for discrete gust
4. Special Conditions:
SC G-5
SC G-7
SC A-1
SC A-2
SC A-3
SC A-4
SC A-5
SC A-7
SC A-11
SC F-1
SC F-2
SC F-3
SC F-4
SC F-5
SC F-6
SC S-3

Resistance to fire terminology (NPA 25D-181)

Function and reliability testing
Discrete gust requirements (NPA 25C-205)
Interaction of systems and structure (NPA 25C-199)
Design manoeuver requirements
Design dive speed
Limit pilot forces and torque
Stalling speeds for structural design
Aeroelastic stability requirements (NPA 25B, C, D-236)
Stalling and scheduled operating speeds
Motion and effects of cockpit controls
Static longitudinal stability
Static directional and lateral stability
Flight envelope protections
Normal load factor limiting system
Landing gear warning (NPA 25D-162)

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SC S-6
SC S-10
SC S-13
SC S-16
SC S-18
SC S-20
SC S-23
SC S-24
SC S-38
SC P-1
SC P-2
SC E-2
SC E-5.1
SC E-8.1
SC E-11
SC E-19
SC E-128

Lightning protection indirect effects

Effects of external radiations upon aircraft systems
Autothrust system
Control signal integrity
Electronic flight controls
Emergency electrical power (NPA 25D, F-179)
Electrical wiring and miscellaneous electrical requirements (NPA 25D, F-191)
Doors (NPA 25D, F-251)
Towbarless towing
FADEC
Trim tank
Crew rest
Lower deck Lavatory (applicable from August 2000)
Lower deck stowage area (applicable from August 2000)
Bulk crew rest compartment (applicable from January 2002)
F/C sliding screens (applicable from September 2003)
Improved flammability standards for thermal/acoustic insulation
(applicable from February 2009)
SC E-130 Application of heat release and smoke density requirements to seat materials
(applicable from February 2010)
SC E-1014 HIC compliance for front row seating (inflatable restraints)
(applicable from July 2007)
SC H-01
Enhanced Airworthiness Programme for Aeroplane Systems ICA on EWIS (applicable from May 2010)
5. Equivalent Safety Findings:
SC F-8 and SC S-21 have been found to provide an equivalent safety level to JAR 25
accelerate-stop and brakes qualification requirements (NPA 25 B, D, G 244)
CRI S-45 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1549(a)
CRI S-48 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR AWO 313
CRI P-9 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1203(d)
CRI E-15 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.772 (applicable from July 2002)
CRI E-18 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.819(f) (applicable from
November 2003)
CRI E-1022 provides an equivant level of safety to JAR 25.853(b) (applicable from August
2005)
6. Elect to comply
Post TC activity: Compliance with CS 25.811 and CS 25.812 Amdt. 3 issued September 19th
2007 for multi lingual EXIT signs (optional modification).
7. Environmental Requirements:
Environmental requirements for noise and vented fuel:
ICAO Annex 16 Volume I Part II, Chapter 4 for Noise. Compliance with Chapter 4 had
originally been demonstrated through MOD 55005. Compliance with Chapter 4 is now achieved
without MOD 55005.
(See EASA TCDSN A.004 for details)
ICAO Annex 16 Volume II (Vented Fuel) - Part II, Chapter 2
8. ETOPS Technical Conditions:
For the Extended Twin-Engine Airplane Operations, the applicable technical conditions are
contained in AMC 20-6 (AMJ 120-42 / IL 20) and JAA CRI G-6, G-106, EASA CRI G-8.

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9. A330-302; A330-303; A330-323; A330-342 WV22&52; A330-343 models only:

9.1 Special Condition / Equivalent Safety Finding:
The following requirements are in addition of Special Conditions / ESF identified in
paragraphs 4/5 above:
SC F-8.1 is applicable instead of SC F-8
ESF S-148 (JAR NPA AWO-8) replaces S-48
9.2 ETOPS Technical Conditions:
For the Extended Twin-Engine Airplane Operations, the applicable technical conditions are
contained in AMC 20-6 (AMJ 120-42 / IL 20) and JAA CRI G-106, EASA CRI G-8.

III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations

Two turbo-fan, medium to long range, twin-aisle, large category airplane.
1. A330-300 powered by General Electric engines
1.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-301: 00G000A0301/C00
A330-302: 00G000A0302/C00
A330-303: 00G000A0303/C00
1.2 Engines
A330-301: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A2 turbofan engines
A330-302: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A4 or CF6-80E1A4/B turbofan engines
A330-303: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A3 turbofan engines
1.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
A330-301
A330-302
A330-303
Data Sheet E41NE (FAA)
CF6-80E1A2 CF6-80E1A4 CF6-80E1A4/B
CF6-80E1A3
I IM.E.007 (EASA)
Static thrust at sea level:
64,530 lbs
66,870 lbs
68,530 lbs
68,530 lbs
- take-off (5mn) *
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
- maximum continuous
Approved oils: conform to GE specification D50TF1 Class B or GE Service Bulletin 79-1
* May be extended to 10 mn in the event of a power unit having failed or been shut down:
see notes in Engine TCDS.

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.
Note: Thrust Bump function capability for A330-302 (option):
When CF6-80E1A4/B engines are installed, the thrust Bump function can be
activated for take-off (Mod 52776).

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1.3 Fuel
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to GE Specification D50TF2

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JETA-1, JP5, JP8 , N3 JET Fuel,
TS-1, RT

Additives: See GE "Specific Operating Instructions", installation manual.

The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.
1.4 Limit Speeds:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
1.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
1.6 Maximum Certified Weights:
Valid for A330-301 only
Variant
(MOD)

000
(BASIC)

001
(42200)

002
(42600)

003
(44270)

MTOW (T)

212

184

212

215

MLW (T)

174

174

177

177

MZFW (T)

164

164

167

167

004
(44849)
215(*)
209
182
177(*)
172
167(*)

010
(43308)

051
(51806)

217

212

179

187

169

175

((*) Linear variation between those weights

Valid for A330-302 and A330-303 only
Variant
(MOD)

050
(51805)

052
(51807)

054
(201648 for
Production)
(202218 for
Retrofit)

055
(202462)

(202878)

056

MTOW (T)

230

233

235

235

205

MLW (T)

185

187

187

187

187

MZFW (T)

173

175

173 to 175

175

173

Valid for A330-302 only

Variant
(MOD)

053
(52924)

MTOW (T)

205

MLW (T)

185

MZFW (T)

173

(depending on
TOW)

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1.7 Note:
Aircraft model conversion:
A330-301 can be converted into A330-303 by application of Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-00-3036 covering modification 53107.

2. A330-300 powered by Pratt & Whitney engines

2.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-321: 00G000A0321/C00
A330-322: 00G000A0322/C00
A330-323: 00G000A0323/C00
2.2 Engines:
A330-321:
A330-321:
A330-322:
A330-322:
A330-323:
A330-323:
A330-323:
2.2.1

Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4164 turbofan engines

Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4164-1D turbofan engines
Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168 turbofan engines
Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168-1D turbofan engines
Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168A turbofan engines
Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168A-1D turbofan engines
Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4170 turbofan engines

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
Data Sheet E36NE (FAA)
I M-IM37 (DGAC)

A330-321

A330-322

PW4164/

PW4168/

PW4164-1D

PW4168-1D

A330-323
PW4168A/
PW4170
PW4168A1D

Static thrust at sea level:

*
64,500 lbs
68,600 lbs
68,600 lbs
70,000 lbs
- take-off (5mn)
55,800 lbs
59,357 lbs
59,357 lbs
59,357 lbs
- maximum continuous
Approved oils: see Pratt & Whitney engine Service Bulletin N238, latest revision

* 10 minutes at take-off thrust allowed only in case of engine failure (at take-off or
during go-around in accordance with DGAC "Fiche de caractristiques moteur".
Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.
Note: Thrust reverser and Exhaust System
Installation of Thrust Reverser and Exhaust System (Reverser Assembly P/N 70M001,
Nozzle Assembly P/N 76A008 and Exhaust Plug Assembly P/N 75A001) on PW4164,
PW4164-1D, PW4168, PW4168-1D, PW4168A, PW4168A-1D and PW4170 engines
according to FAA STC SE825NE is approved.

2.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to PWA 522 Specification
(PW SB N 2016)

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JET A-1,JP5,JP8 ,N3 JET Fuel, TS1, RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.

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2.4 Limit Speeds:

Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
2.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.

2.6 Maximum Certified Weights:

Valid for A330-321 and A330-322 only
Variant
(MOD)

000
Basic

002
(42600)

003
(44270)

MTOW (T)

212

212

215

MLW (T)

174

177

177

MZFW (T)

164

167

167

004
(44849)
215 (*)
209
(*) 182
177
(*) 172
167

010
(43308)

011
(44803)

012
(45086)

013
(46688)

217

212

218

215

179

177

182

177

169

167

172

167

(*) Linear variation between those weights

Valid for A330-323 only

Variant
(MOD)

054
(201648 for

055
(202462)

020
Basic

022
(47785)

025
(49651)

050
(51805)

052
(51807)

MTOW (T)

230

233

217

230

233

235

235

MLW (T)

185

187

179

185

187

187

187

173

173 to 175

MZFW (T)

173

175

169

173

175

Variant
(MOD)

056

057

(202878)

(203716)

MTOW (T)

205

184

MLW (T)

187

174

MZFW (T)

175

164

Production)
(202218 for
Retrofit)

(depending on
TOW)

2.7 Note
Aircraft model conversion:
A330-321 can be converted into A330-322 by application of Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-00-3013 covering modification 46661.

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3. A330-300 powered by Rolls Royce engines

3.1 Type Design Definition:

A330-341: 00G000A0341/C00
A330-342: 00G000A0342/C00
A330-343: 00G000A0343/C00
3.2 Engines:
A330-341:
A330-342:
A330-343:
A330-343:
3.2.1

Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 768-60 turbofan engines

Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772-60 turbofan engines
Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772B-60 turbofan engines
Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772C-60 turbofan engines

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
A330-341
A330-342
A330-343
A330-343
Data Sheet 1050 (CAA)
Trent 768-60 Trent 772-60 Trent 772B-60 Trent 772C-60
I E.042 (EASA)
Static thrust at sea level:
*
67,500 lbs
71,100 lbs
71,100 lbs
71,100 lbs
- take-off (5mn)
60,410
lbs
63,560
lbs
63,560
lbs
63,560 lbs
- maximum continuous
Approved oils: See Rolls Royce Service Bulletin RB.211-12-F139, latest revision
* The take-off rating and the associated operating limitations may be used for up to
10 minutes in the event of an engine failure (see notes in Engine TCDS).

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.

3.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to RR Operating Instruction
defined in RR Manuel F-Trent A330

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JET A-1, JET B, JP 4, JP5, JP8, N3
JET fuel, TS-1, RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.

3.4 Limit Speeds:

Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.

3.5 Centre of Gravity Range:

Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.

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3.6 Maximum Certified Weights

Valid for A330-341 and A330-342 only
Variant
(MOD)

000

002
(42600)

003
(44270)

MTOW (T)

212

212

215

MLW (T)

174

177

177

MZFW (T)

164

167

167

004
(44849)
215 (*)
209
(*)182
177
(*)172
167

010
(43308)

011
(44803)

012
(45086)

013
(46688)

014
(48377)

217

212

218

215

205

179

177

182

177

182

169

167

172

167

172

(*) Linear variation between those weights

Valid for A330-342 and A330-343 only

054
(201648 for
Production)
(202218 for
Retrofit)

055
(202462)

Variant

022

052

056

057

(MOD)

(47785)

(51807)

(202878)

(203716)

MTOW (T)

233

233

235

MLW (T)

187

187

187

235

205

184

187

187

174

MZFW (T)

175

175

173

173 to 175
(depending on TOW)

175

164

Valid for A330-343 only

Variant

020

024

050

(MOD)

Basic

(48350)

(51805)

MTOW (T)

230

205

230

MLW (T)

185

185

185

MZFW (T)

173

173

173

3.7 Note
It is feasible for A330-343 to be fitted with RR Trent 772 engines by application of
Service Bulletin 72-3008 (Mod 49684) and to be reverted to RR Trent 772B engines
installation by Service Bulletin 72-3009 (Mod 49685).
Aircraft model conversion:
A330-343 can be converted into A330-342 by application of Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-00-3039 covering modification 50943.

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4. Data pertinent to all A330-300 series

4.1 Fuel quantity (0.8 kg/ liter):
2-TANK AIRPLANE
TANK

Usable fuel liters (kg)

91764
(73 411)
6 121
(4 897)

A330-302/-303
A330-323
A330-343
A330-342 WV22
A330-342 WV52
91300
(73 040)
6 230
(4 984)

97 885
(78 308)

97 530
(78 024)

A330-301
A330-321/-322
A330-341/-342
A330-342
except WV22 & 52
WING
TRIM TANK
TOTAL

Unusable fuel
liters (kg)

All models

348
(279)
6
(5)
354
(284)

4.2 Minimum Flight Crew:

Two (2): Pilot and Co-pilot
4.3 Maximum Seating Capacity:
The maximum number of passengers approved for emergency evacuation is:
375 basic (3 Type A and 1 Type 1 doors installed)
440 option (4 Type A doors installed Mod 40161)
See interior layout drawing for the maximum passenger capacities approved for
each aeroplane when delivered.
4.4 Cargo compartment loading:
Cargo compartment
Forward
Aft
Rear (bulk)

Maximum load (kg)

22861
18507
3468

For the positions and the loading conditions authorized in each position (references
of containers, pallets and associated weights), see Weight and Balance Manual
ref. 00G080A0006/C3S.
4.5 Environmental Flight Envelope:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
4.6 Other Limitations:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
4.7 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU):
One GARRETT GTCP 331-350C (Specification 31-7677A)
Oils: refer to applicable approved Manual

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4.8 Equipment:
The equipment required by the applicable requirements shall be installed.
Cabin furnishings, equipment and arrangement shall conform to the following
specification:
00F252K0005/C01 for cabin seats
00F252K0006/C01 for galley
00F252K0020/C01 for cabin attendant seats
4.9 All Weather Capabilities:
A330-301:
If modification 42390 is embodied the aircraft is qualified to Cat 2 precision
approach
If modification 42792 is embodied the aircraft is qualified to Cat 3 precision
approach and autoland
A330-321 / A330-322:
If modification 43397 is embodied the aircraft is qualified to Cat 3 precision
approach and autoland
A330-323:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-341 / A330-342:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-343:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-302 / A330-303:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
4.10 Wheels and Tyres:
Refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3004.
4.11 Hydraulics:
Fluid specifications: TYPE IV (NSA 307-110).
4.12 Maintenance Instructions and Airworthiness Limitations:
Limitations applicable to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items are
provided in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) sub-parts 1-2
and 1-3 approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items are
provided in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2
approved by EASA;
Certification Maintenance Requirements are provided in the A330
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Ageing System Maintenance are provided in the
A330 Airworthiness Limitation Section (ALS) Part 4 approved by EASA;
Fuel Airworthiness Limitations are provided in the A330 Airworthiness
Limitations Section (ALS) Part 5 approved by EASA;
Maintenance Review Board Report.

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I. General
1. Aeroplane:

Airbus A330-200

II. Certification Basis

1. Reference Application Date for EASA Certification:
23 January 1996
2. EASA Certification Date (JAA recommendation):
(DGAC-F TC 184 remains a valid reference for models certified before 28. September
2003)
A330-201:
A330-202:
A330-203:
A330-223:
A330-243:

31 October 2002
31 March 1998
20 November 2001
13 July 1998
11 January 1999

3. EASA Certification Basis:

JAR 25 Change 13 effective on October 5, 1989 with the following exceptions:
Paragraph 25.561 is applied at change 12 for wing tanks outside the fuselage
contour
For showing compliance with JAR 25.785(a)(b)(c), the front row seats located behind
a bulkhead are not tested according to JAR 25.562(c)(5)(6). Instead, a minimum 35
inches distance between the seats and the bulkhead is considered as an acceptable
alternative
The following JAR 25 paragraphs are applicable at change 14:
JAR 25.21
Proof of compliance
JAR 25.29
Empty weight and corresponding center of gravity
JAR 25.101
Performance - General
JAR 25.111
Take-off path
JAR 25.125
Landing
JAR 25.145
Longitudinal control
JAR 25.147
Directional and lateral control
JAR 25.149
Minimum control speed
JAR 25.175
demonstration of static longitudinal stability
JAR 25.177
Static directional and lateral stability
JAR 25.181
Dynamic stability
JAR 25.205
Stalls : critical engine inoperative
JAR 25.251
Vibration and buffeting
JAR 25.253
High speed Characteristics
JAR 25.305
Strength and deformation
JAR 25.307
Proof of structure
JAR 25.321
Flight loads - general
JAR 25.331
Symmetric manoeuvring conditions
JAR 25.333
flight envelope
JAR 25.335
design airspeeds
JAR 25.341
Gust and turbulence loads
JAR 25.343
Design fuel and oil loads

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JAR 25.345
JAR 25.349
JAR 25.351
JAR 25.361
JAR 25.371
JAR 25.373
JAR 25.391
JAR 25.395
JAR 25.397
JAR 25.415
JAR 25.427
JAR 25.459
JAR 25.571
JAR 25.603
JAR 25.613

High lift devices

Rolling conditions
Yawing manoeuvring conditions
Engine and APU torque
Gyroscopic loads
Speed control devices
Control surfaces loads general
Control system
Control system loads
Ground gust condition
Unsymetrical loads
Special devices
Damage tolerance
Materials: applicable to vertical stabilizer only
Material strength properties and design values applicable to vertical
stabilizer only
JAR 25.615
Design values: applicable to vertical stabilizer only
JAR 25.679
Control system gust locks
JAR 25.723
Shock absorption tests
JAR 25.729
Landing Gear retracting mechanism
JAR 25.731
Wheels
JAR 25.733
Tyres
JAR 25.735
Brakes
JAR 25.772
Pilot compartment door
JAR 25.777
Cockpit controls
JAR 25.779
Motion and effect of cockpit control
JAR 25.783
Doors
JAR 25.851
Fire extinguishers
JAR 25.863
Flammable fluid fire protection
JAR 25.867
Fire protection: other components
JAR 25X899
Electrical bonding and protection against lightning and static electricity:
applicable to vertical stabilizer only
JAR 25.963(g) Fuel tanks access covers (fuel center tank only)
JAR 25.979
Pressure fuelling system
JAR 25.1303 Flight and navigation instruments
JAR 25.1381 Instrument lights
JAR 25.1415 Ditching equipment
JAR 25.1419 Flight in icing condition
JAR 25.1533 Additional operating limitations
JAR 25.1543 Instrument markings, general
JAR 25.1551 Oil quantity indicator
JAR AWO change I plus:
orange paper AWO 91/1
NPA JAR AWO 3
NPA JAR AWO 8 (CRI S-148)
4. Special Conditions:
SC G-105
SC G-7
SC A-2
SC A-3

Resistance to fire
Function and reliability testing
Interaction of systems and structure
Design manoeuver requirements

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SC A-4
SC A-5
SC A-7
SC A-11
SC F-101
SC F-2
SC F-3
SC F-4
SC F-5
SC F-6
SC S-6
SC S-10
SC S-10.1
SC S-10.2
SC S-13
SC S-16
SC S-18
SC S-20
SC S-23
SC S-38
SC P-1
SC P-2
SC P-27
SC E-2
SC E-5.1
SC E-8.1
SC E-11
SC E-19
SC E-128
SC E-130
SC E-1014
SC H-01

Design dive speed VD

Limit pilot forces and torque
Stalling speeds for structural design
Aeroelastic stability requirements
Stalling and scheduled operating speeds
Motion and effects of cockpit controls
Static longitudinal stability
Static directional and lateral stability
Flight envelope protections
Normal load factor limiting system
Lightning protection indirect effects
Effects of external radiations upon aircraft systems
Effects of external radiations upon aircraft systems
Effects of external radiations upon aircraft systems
Autothrust system
Control signal integrity
Electronic flight control
Emergency electrical power
Electrical wiring and miscellaneous electrical requirements
Towbarless towing
FADEC
Trim Tank
Flammability Reduction System (applicable from June 2010)
Underfloor Crew rest compartment
Lower Deck Lavatory (applicable from August 2000)
Lower Deck Stowage Area (applicable from August 2000)
Bulk crew rest compartment (applicable from January 2002)
F/C sliding screens (applicable from September 2003)
Improved flammability standards for thermal/acoustic insulation
(applicable from February 2009)
Application of heat release and smoke density requirements to seat
materials (applicable from February 2010
HIC compliance for front row seating (inflatable restraints)
(applicable from July 2007)
Enhanced Airworthiness Programme for Aeroplane Systems ICA on EWIS (applicable from May 2010)

5. Equivalent Safety Findings:

SC F-8.1 and SC S-21 have been found to provide an equivalent safety level to JAR 25
accelerate-stop and brakes qualification requirements (NPA 25 B, D, G 244)
CRI S-45 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1549(a)
CRI P-9 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1203(d)
CRI E-15 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.772 (applicable from July
2002)
CRI E-18 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.819(f) (applicable from
November 2003)
CRI E-1022 provides an equivant level of safety to JAR 25.853(b) (applicable from
August 2005)
6. Elect to comply
Post TC activity: Compliance with CS 25.811 and CS 25.812 Amdt. 3 issued September
19th 2007 for multi lingual EXIT signs (optional modification).

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7. Environmental Requirements:
Environmental requirements for noise and vented fuel:
ICAO Annex 16 Volume I Part II, Chapter 4 for Noise.
Compliance with Chapter 4 had originally been demonstrated through MOD 55005.
Compliance with Chapter 4 is now achieved without MOD 55005.
(See EASA TCDSN A.004 for details)
ICAO Annex 16 Volume II (Vented Fuel) - Part II, Chapter 2
8. ETOPS Technical Conditions:
For the Extended Twin-Engine Airplane Operations, the applicable technical conditions are
contained in AMC 20-6 (AMJ 120-42 / IL 20) and JAA CRI G-106, EASA CRI G-8.

III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations

Two turbo-fan, medium to long range, twin-aisle, large category airplane.
1. A330-200 powered by General Electric engines
1.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-201: 00G000A0201/C00
A330-202: 00G000A0202/C00
A330-203: 00G000A0203/C00
1.2 Engines:
A330-201: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A2 turbofan engines
A330-202: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A4 or CF6-80E1A4/B turbofan engines
A330-203: Two (2) General Electric CF6-80E1A3 turbofan engines
1.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
Data Sheet E41NE (FAA)
IM.E.007 (EASA)
Static thrust at sea level:
*
- take-off (5mn)
- maximum continuous

A330-201
CF6-80E1A2

A330-202
CF6-80E1A4

CF6-80E1A4/B

A330-203
CF6-80E1A3

64,530 lbs
66,870 lbs
68,530 lbs
68,530lbs
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
60,400 lbs
Approved oils: conform to GE specification D50TF1 Class B or GE Service Bulletin 79-1
* may be extended to 10 mn in the event of a power unit having failed or been shut down:
see notes in Engine TCDS.

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.
Note: Thrust Bump function capability for A330-202 (option):
When CF6-80E1A4/B engines are installed, the thrust Bump function can be
activated for take-off (Mod 52776).

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1.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to GE Specification D50TF2

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JETA-1,JP5,JP8, N3 JET fuel,
TS-1, RT

Additives: See GE "Specific Operating Instructions", installation manual.

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.
1.4 Limit Speeds:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
1.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.

1.6 Maximum Certified Weights:

Variant
(MOD)
Validity
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

Variant
(MOD)
Validity
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

020
(BASIC)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
230
180
168

021
(46892)
A330-202
230
182
170

022
(47784)
A330-202
A330-203
233
182
170

023
(47888)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
233
180
168

024
(49819)
A330-201
202
180
168

026
(51712)
A330-203
192
180
168

050
(51802)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
230
180
168

051
(51803)
A330-203
192
180
168

052
(51804)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
233
182
170

053
(53109)

054
(54106)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
230
182
170

055
(54107)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
192
182
170

A330-202
210
180
168

056
(55813)
A330-201
A330-202
A330-203
233
180
168

Valid for A330-201/-202/-203

Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)
Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

057
(58859 for Production)
(201436 for Retrofit)
236
182
170
062
(201701)
238
182
168 to 170
(depending on TOW)

058
(58860 for Production)
(201437 for Retrofit)
238
182
168

059
(57439)

060
(57440)

061
(200561)

202
182
170

220
182
170

230
182
168

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1.7 Note:
A330-202 can be fitted with CF6-80E1A2 engines by application of Service
Bulletin 72-3003 (Mod 46549), and can be reverted to CF6-80E1A4 engines
installation by Service Bulletin 72-3005 (Mod 47332).
Aircraft model conversion:
A330-203 can be converted into A330-202 by application of Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-00-3034 covering modification 53335
A330-201 can be converted into A330-202 by application of Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-00-3051 covering modification 55917

2. A330-200 powered by Pratt & Whitney engines

2.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-223: 00G000A0223/C00
2.2 Engines:
A330-223: Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168A turbofan engines
A330-223: Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168A-1D turbofan engines
A330-223: Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4170 turbofan engines
2.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
Data Sheet E36NE (FAA)
M-IM37 (DGAC)
Static thrust at sea level:
*
- take-off (5mn)
- maximum continuous

A330-223
PW4168A

PW4168A-1D

PW4170

68,600 lbs
68,600 lbs
70,000 lbs
59,357 lbs
59,357 lbs
59,357 lbs
Approved oils: see Pratt & Whitney engine Service Bulletin N238, latest revision
* 10 minutes at take-off thrust allowed only in case of engine failure (at take-off or
during go-around in accordance with DGAC "Fiche de caractristiques moteur".

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.
Note: Thrust reverser and Exhaust System
Installation of Thrust Reverser and Exhaust System (Reverser Assembly P/N
70M001, Nozzle Assembly P/N 76A008 and Exhaust Plug Assembly P/N 75A001)
on PW4164, 4168, 4168A, 4168A-1D and 4170 engines according to FAA STC
SE825NE is approved.
2.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
Kerosene: refer to PWA 522 specification
(PW SB N 2016)

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JET A-1, JP5,JP8,N3 JET fuel,
TS -1, RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.

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2.4 Limit Speeds:

Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
2.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
2.6 Maximum Certified Weights:
Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

020
Basic
230
180
168

021
(46892)
230
182
170

Variant
(MOD)

055
(54107)

056
(55813)

MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

192
182
170

233
180
168

Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)

059
(57439)
202
182
170

060
(57440)
220
182
170

022
(47784)
233
182
170

023
(47888)
233
180
168

057
(58859 for Production)
(201436 for Retrofit)
236
182
170
061
(200561)
230
182
168

MZFW (T)

050
(51802)
230
180
168

052
(51804)
233
182
170

058
(58860 for Production)
(201437 for Retrofit)
238
182
168

062
(201701)
238
182
168 to 170
(depending
on TOW)

3. A330-200 powered by Rolls Royce engines

3.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-243: 00G000A0243/C00
3.2 Engines:
A330-243: Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772B-60 turbofan engines or
two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772C-60 turbofan engines
3.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
A330-243
A330-243
Data Sheet 1050 (CAA)
Trent 772B-60
Trent 772C-60
E.042 (EASA)
Static thrust at sea level:
*
71,100 lbs
71,100 lbs
- take-off (5mn)
63,560 lbs
63,560 lbs
- maximum continuous
Approved oils: see Rolls Royce Service Bulletin RB.211-12-F139, latest revision

* The take-off rating and the associated operating limitations may be used for up
to 10 minutes in the event of an engine failure (see notes in Engine TCDS).

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.

054
(54106)
230
182
170

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3.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to RR Operating Instruction
defined in RR Manuel F-Trent A330

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JET A-1,JET B,JP 4,JP5,JP8 ,N3
JET fuel,TS-1,RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.
3.4 Limit Speeds:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
3.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
3.6 Maximum Certified Weights:
Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

020
(BASIC)
230
180
168

021
(46892)
230
182
170

022
(47784)
233
182
170

023
(47888)
233
180
168

024
(49819)
202
180
168

Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

025
(50864)
220
182
170

026
(51712)
192
180
168

027
(54519)
220
180
168

050
(51802)
230
180
168

052
(51804)
233
182
170

Variant
(MOD)

055
(54107)

056
(55813)

MTOW (T)
MLW (T)
MZFW (T)

192
182
170

233
180
168

057
(58859 for Production)
(201436 for Retrofit)
236
182
170

Variant
(MOD)
MTOW (T)
MLW (T)

059
(57439)
202
182
170

60
(57440)
220
182
170

MZFW (T)

061
(200561)
230
182
168

062
(201701)
238
182
168 to 170
(depending
on TOW)

054
(54106)
230
182
170

058
(58860 for Production)
201437 for Retrofit)
238
182
168

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4. Data pertinent to all A330-200 series

4.1 Fuel quantity (0.8 kg/ liter):
3-TANK AIRPLANE
TANK
Usable fuel liters (kg)
WING
CENTER
TRIM TANK
TOTAL

91300
(73040)
41 560
(33 248)
6 230
(4 984)
139 090
(111 272)

Unusable fuel liters (kg)

348 (279)
83 (67)
6 (5)
437 (350)

4.2 Minimum Flight Crew:

Two (2): Pilot and Co-pilot
4.3 Maximum Seating Capacity:
The maximum number of passengers approved for emergency evacuation is:
375 basic (3 Type A and 1 Type 1 doors installed);
406 option (4 Type A doors installed Mod 40161).
See interior layout drawing for the maximum passenger capacities approved for
each aeroplane when delivered.
4.4 Cargo compartment loading:
Cargo compartment
Forward
Aft
Rear (bulk)

Maximum load (kg)

18869
15241
3468

For the positions and the loading conditions authorized in each position (references
of containers, pallets and associated weights), see Weight and Balance Manual ref.
00G080A0006/C2S.

4.5 Environmental Flight Envelope:

Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
4.6 Other Limitations:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
4.7 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU):
One GARRETT GTCP 331-350C (Specification 31-7677A)
Oils: refer to applicable approved Manuals

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4.8 Equipment
The equipment required by the applicable requirements shall be installed.
Cabin furnishings, equipment and arrangement shall conform to the following
specification:
00F252K0005/C01 for cabin seats
00F252K0006/C01 for galley
00F252K0020/C01 for cabin attendant seats

4.9 All Weather Capabilities

A330-201 / A330-202 / A330-203:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-223:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-243:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland

4.10 Wheels and Tyres

Refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3004.

4.11 Hydraulics
Fluid specifications: TYPE IV (NSA 307-110).

4.12 Maintenance Instructions and Airworthiness Limitations

Limitations applicable to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items are provided
in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) sub-parts 1-2 and 1-3
approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items are
provided in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2 approved
by EASA;
Certification Maintenance Requirements are provided in the A330
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Ageing System Maintenance are provided in the
A330 Airworthiness Limitation Section (ALS) Part 4 approved by EASA;
Fuel Airworthiness Limitations are provided in the A330 Airworthiness
Limitations Section (ALS) Part 5 approved by EASA;
Maintenance Review Board Report.
4.13 Fuel tank flammability Reduction System (FRS)
If fitted, the centre fuel tank of aircraft which have made their first flight after 1st
of January 2012 must be equipped in production with a fuel tank Flammability
Reduction System (Modification 58723). This system shall remain installed and
operative and can only be dispatched inoperative in accordance with the
provisions of the MMEL revision associated with Modification 58723.

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SECTION 4: A330-200 FREIGHTER SERIES

I. General
1. Aeroplane:

Airbus A330-200F

II. Certification Basis

1. Reference Application Date for EASA Certification:
30 August 2006

2. EASA Certification Date:

A330-223F:
A330-243F:

09 April 2010
09 April 2010

3. EASA Certification Basis:

JAR 25 Change 13 effective on October 5, 1989 with the following exceptions:
Paragraph 25.561 is applied at change 12 for wing tanks outside the fuselage
contour;
For showing compliance with JAR 25.785(a)(b)(c), the front row seats located
behind a bulkhead are not tested according to JAR 25.562(c)(5)(6). Instead, a
minimum 35 inches distance between the seats and the bulkhead is
considered as an acceptable alternative.
Plus following JAR 25 paragraphs applicable at change 14:
JAR 25.21
JAR 25.29 *
JAR 25.101
JAR 25.111
JAR 25.125
JAR 25.145
JAR 25.147
JAR 25.149
JAR 25.175
JAR 25.177
JAR 25.181
JAR 25.205
JAR 25.251
JAR 25.253
JAR 25.305
JAR 25.307
JAR 25.321
JAR 25.331
JAR 25.333
JAR 25.335
JAR 25.341
JAR 25.343
JAR 25.345

Proof of compliance
Empty weight and corresponding center of gravity
Performance - General
Take-off path
Landing
Longitudinal control
Directional and lateral control
Minimum control speed
Demonstration of static longitudinal stability
Static directional and lateral stability
Dynamic stability
Stalls : critical engine inoperative
Vibration and buffeting
High speed Characteristics
Strength and deformation
Proof of structure
Flight loads - general
Symmetric manoeuvring conditions
Flight envelope
Design airspeeds
Gust and turbulence loads
Design fuel and oil loads
High lift devices

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JAR 25.349
JAR 25.351
JAR 25.361 *
JAR 25.371
JAR 25.373
JAR 25.391
JAR 25.395
JAR 25.397 *
JAR 25.415
JAR 25.427
JAR 25.459 *
JAR 25.571
JAR 25.603
JAR 25.613
JAR 25.615
JAR 25.679 *
JAR 25.723
JAR 25.729
JAR 25.731
JAR 25.733
JAR 25.735
JAR 25.772
JAR 25.777
JAR 25.779
JAR 25.783
JAR 25.851
JAR 25.863
JAR 25.867 *
JAR 25X899
JAR 25.963(g)
JAR 25.979 *
JAR 25.1303
JAR 25.1381 *
JAR 25.1415
JAR 25.1419 *
JAR 25.1533
JAR 25.1543 *
JAR 25.1551 *

Rolling conditions
Yawing manoeuvring conditions
Engine and APU torque
Gyroscopic loads
Speed control devices
Control surfaces loads general
Control system
Control system loads
Ground gust condition
Unsymetrical loads
Special devices
Damage tolerance
Materials (applicable to vertical stabilizer only)
Material strength properties, design values (applicable to vertical
stabilizer only)
Design values (applicable to vertical stabilizer only)
Control system gust locks
Shock absorption tests
Landing Gear retracting mechanism
Wheels
Tyres
Brakes
Pilot compartment door
Cockpit controls
Motion and effect of cockpit control
Doors
Fire extinguishers
Flammable fluid fire protection
Fire protection: other components
Electrical bonding and protection against lightning and static
electricity (applicable to vertical stabilizer only)
Fuel tanks access covers (fuel center tank only)
Pressure fuelling system
Flight and navigation instruments
Instrument lights
Ditching equipment
Flight in icing condition
Additional operating limitations
Instrument markings, general
0il quantity indicator

* Paragraphs not modified between JAR 25 and CS 25 Amdt 1.

Plus requirements at CS 25 Amdt 1 for the following paragraphs derived from Part
21.A.101
For main deck cargo door
25.301, 25.303, 305, 25.307, 25.561, 25.571, 25.581, 25.601, 25.603, 25.605, 25.607,
25.609, 25.611, 25.613, 25.619, 25.621, 25.623, 25.625, 25.629, 25.843, 25.899,
25.1316, 25.1529, 25.1541, 25.1557

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For cargo floor

25.303, 25.305, 25.307, 25.365, 25.561, 25.571, 25.601, 25.603, 25.605, 25.607,
25.609, 25.611, 25.613, 25.619, 25.621, 25.625, 25.843
For cargo barrier wall
25.303, 25.305, 25.307, 25.365, 25.561, 25.581, 25.601, 25.603, 25.605, 25.607,
25.609, 25.611, 25.613, 25.619, 25.621, 25.625, 25.853, 25.857, 25.1541, 25.1557
For NLG attachment point / NLG bay
25.303, 25.305, 25.307, 25.571, 25.601, 25.603, 25.605, 25.607, 25.609, 25.611,
25.613, 25.619, 25.621, 25.625, 25.631, 25.729, 25.843
For courier area
25.365*, 25.561, 25.562, 25.601, 25.603, 25.605, 25.611, 25.785,25.787, 25.789,
25.791, 25.803, 25.807, 25.809, 25.810, 25.811, 25.812, 25.813, 25.851, 25.853,
25.869, 25.899, 25.1353, 25.1360, 25.1365, 25.1411, 25.1415, 25.1421, 25.1431,
25.1441, 25.1443, 25.1445, 25.1447, 25.1449, 25.1453, 25.1529, 25.1541, 25.1557,
25.1561
* See reversions
For MDCC class E
25.601, 25.603, 25.855, 25.857, 25.858, 25.863, 25.869, 25.1316, 25.1529, 25.1541,
25.1557
For All aircraft
25.853, 25.855
Plus requirements at CS 25 Amdt 4 for Main deck cargo door
25.783
Plus CS 25 Amdt 1 paragraphs elected by Airbus
All weather operation:
JAR AWO change I plus:
Orange paper AWO 91/1,
NPA JAR AWO 3,
NPA JAR AWO 8 (CRI S-148).

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Reversions:
Reversion to JAR 25.1309 at Change 13 for all the equipment part of the Product Level
Change, except those linked to secondary changes (certified according to the pax
certification basis without any request of reversion). For consistency JAR 25.1301
should also remain at change 13.
See letter ref. G03ME0729726 dated 24 Oct 2007
Reversion to JAR 25.365 (e)(f)(g) at Change 13 for the courier area.
See letter ref. G026RP0808390 dated 07 April 2008.
4. Special Conditions:
New Special Conditions for the A330-200F
E-124
Courier compartment
E-125
Class E cargo compartment fire protection of essential systems
E-127
Flammability standard for thermal / acoustic insulation materials
The following original Special Condition CRIs applicable to the A330-200
defined in CRI G-101 issue 4 remain effective for the A330-200F
SC A-2
SC A-3
SC A-4
SC A-5
SC A-7
SC A-11
SC F-101
SC F-2
SC F-3
SC F-4
SC F-5
SC F-6
SC G-105
SC P-1
SC P-2
SC S-6
SC S-10.2
SC S-13
SC S-16
SC S-18
SC S-20
SC S-23
SC S-38
SC H-01

Interaction of systems and structure

Design manoeuvre requirements
Design dive speed VD
Limit pilot forces and torque
Stalling speeds for structural design
Aero-elastic stability requirements
Stalling and scheduled operating speeds
Motion and effects of cockpit controls
Static longitudinal stability
Static directional and lateral stability
Flight envelope protections
Normal load factor limiting system
Resistance to fire
FADEC
Trim Tank
Lightning protection indirect effects
Effects of external radiations upon aircraft systems
Auto-thrust system
Control signal integrity
Electronic flight control
Emergency electrical power
Electrical wiring and miscellaneous electrical requirements
Towbarless towing
Enhanced Airworthiness Programme for Aeroplane Systems ICA on EWIS (applicable from May 2010)

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5. Equivalent Safety Findings:

The following original ESF validated from A330-200 pax:
CRI F-8.1 and CRI S-21 provide an equivalent safety level to JAR 25
accelerate-stop and brakes qualification requirements (NPA 25 B, D, G 244).
CRI S-45 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1549(a).
CRI P-9 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.1203(d) for RollsRoyce Trent 700 engines.
CRI E-21 provides an equivalent level of safety to JAR 25.811(f)
Acceptable Means of Compliance specific to A330-200 Freighter
CRI A-128
Rigid barrier wall emergency conditions
6. Elect to comply
Post TC activity: Compliance with CS 25.811 and CS 25.812 Amdt. 3 issued September
19th 2007 for multi lingual EXIT signs (optional modification).

7. Environmental Standards:
EASA CS 36 for noise requirements
EASA CS 34 for engine emission and fuel venting
8. ETOPS Technical Conditions:
For the Extended Twin-Engine Airplane Operations, the applicable technical conditions
are contained in AMC 20-6 (AMJ 120-42 / IL 20) and EASA CRI G-106F.
III. Technical Characteristics and Operational Limitations
Two turbo-fan, medium to long range, twin-aisle, large category airplane.
1. A330-200F powered by Pratt & Whitney engines
1.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-223F: 00G000A223F/C00 issue 1
1.2 Engines:
A330-223F:Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4170 turbofan engines
A330-223F:Two (2) Pratt & Whitney 4168A-1D turbofan engines
A330-223F:One (1) Pratt & Whitney 4168A turbofan engines
1.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine LimitsData
Sheet E36NE (FAA)
M-IM37 (DGAC)
Static thrust at sea
level:
*
- take-off (5mn)
- maximum
continuous

A330-223F
PW4170

70,000 lbs
59,357 lbs

PW4168A-1D

PW4168A **

(58344 issue 3)

(MOD 202393)

68,600 lbs
59,357 lbs

68,600 lbs
59,357 lbs

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Approved oils: see Pratt & Whitney engine Service Bulletin N238, latest revision
* 10 minutes at take-off thrust allowed only in case of engine failure (at take-off or
during go-around in accordance with DGAC "Fiche de caractristiques moteur".
** Only one of the PW4168A engine should be installed on the freighter.

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.

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1.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
Kerosene: refer to PWA 522 specification
(PW SB N 2016)

SPECIFICATION
JET A,JET A-1,JP5,JP8,N3 JET fuel,
TS -1, RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.
1.4 Limit Speeds:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
1.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
1.6 Maximum Certified Weights:
Variant
(MOD)

MTOW (T)
MLW (T)

000
Basic
(range mode)

001
Payload mode

233
182
173

227
187
178

MZFW (T)

002
Dynamic
payload
modification
233
187
173 to 178
(depending on
TOW)

2. A330-200F powered by Rolls Royce engines

2.1 Type Design Definition:
A330-243F: 00G000A243F/C00 issue 1
2.2 Engines:
A330-243F:Two (2) Rolls Royce Trent 772B-60 turbofan engines
2.2.1

Engine Limits:

Engine Limits
A330-243
Data Sheet 1050 (CAA)
Trent 772B-60
E.042 (EASA)
Static thrust at sea level:
*
71,100 lbs
- take-off (5mn)
63,560 lbs
- maximum continuous
Approved oils: see Rolls Royce Service Bulletin RB.211-12-F139, latest revision

* The take-off rating and the associated operating limitations may be used for up
to 10 minutes in the event of an engine failure (see notes in Engine TCDS).

Other engine limitations: See the relevant Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet.

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2.3 Fuel:
NOMENCLATURE
KEROSENE: refer to RR Operating Instruction
defined in RR Manuel F-Trent A330

SPECIFICATION
JET A, JET A-1,JET B,JP 4,JP5,JP8 ,N3
JET fuel, TS-1, RT

Note: The above mentioned fuels and additives are also suitable for the APU.
2.4 Limit Speeds:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
2.5 Centre of Gravity Range:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.

2.6 Maximum Certified Weights:

Variant
(MOD)

MTOW (T)
MLW (T)

000
Basic
(range mode)

001
Payload mode

233
182
173

227
187
178

MZFW (T)

002
Dynamic
payload
modification
233
187
173 to 178
(depending on
TOW)

3. Data pertinent to all A330-200F series

3.1.1

Fuel quantity (0.8 kg/liter) with 58623 and without mod 200281:
2-TANK AIRPLANE

TANK
Usable fuel liters (kg)
WING
TRIM TANK
TOTAL

91300
(73040)
6 230
(4 984)
97530
(78024)

Unusable fuel liters (kg)

348 (279)
6 (5)
354 (284)

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3.1.2

Fuel quantity (0.8 kg/liter) with mod 58623/200281 or without 58623:

3-TANK AIRPLANE

TANK
Usable fuel liters (kg)
WING
CENTER
TRIM TANK
TOTAL

91300
(73040)
41 560
(33 248)
6 230
(4 984)
139 090
(111 272)

Unusable fuel liters (kg)

348 (279)
83 (67)
6 (5)
437 (350)

3.2 Minimum Flight Crew:

Two (2): Pilot and Co-pilot
3.3 Maximum Seating Capacity:
A maximum of 12 supernumeraries may occupy the courier area located aft of the
flight deck compartment. The total occupancy of the airplane is limited to 16
persons.
3.4 Cargo compartment loading:
Cargo compartment
Forward
Aft
Rear (bulk)
MDC Compartment

Maximum load (kg)

18869
15241
3468
65000
(range mode)

For the positions and the loading conditions authorized in each position (references
of containers, pallets and associated weights), see Weight and Balance Manual ref.
00G080A0006/C2S.
3.5 Environmental Flight Envelope:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
3.6 Other Limitations:
Refer to approved Airplane Flight Manual.
3.7 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU):
One GARRETT GTCP 331-350C (Specification 31-7677A)
Oils: refer to applicable approved Manuals

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3.8 Equipment
The equipment required by the applicable requirements shall be installed.
Cabin furnishings, equipment and arrangement shall conform to the following
specification:
00F252K0005/C01 for cabin seats
00F252K0006/C01 for galley
00F252K0020/C01 for cabin attendant seats
3.9 All Weather Capabilities
A330-223F:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
A330-243F:
Aircraft Type Design is approved for Cat 3 precision approach and autoland
3.10 Wheels and Tyres
Refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3004. This SB will be updated to include
the Freighter version prior to Entry Into service.
3.11 Hydraulics
Fluid specifications: TYPE IV (NSA 307-110).
3.12 Maintenance Instructions and Airworthiness Limitations
Limitations applicable to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items are provided
in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) sub-parts 1-2 and 1-3
approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items are
provided in the A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2 approved
by EASA;
Certification Maintenance Requirements are provided in the A330
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 approved by EASA;
Limitations applicable to Ageing System Maintenance are provided in the
A330 Airworthiness Limitation Section (ALS) Part 4 approved by EASA;
Fuel Airworthiness Limitations are provided in the A330 Airworthiness
Limitations Section (ALS) Part 5 approved by EASA;
Maintenance Review Board Report.

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SECTION: ADMINISTRATIVE
Starting with Issue 18

I. Acronyms and Abbreviations

A/C
AFM
AMC
APU
AWO
CAA
CRI
CS
EASA
EC
ES(F)
ETOPS
EU
EU MS
EWIS
FAA
FAR
FRS
ICA
ICAO
JAA
JAR
NAA
NPA
RR
SB
SC
S/N
TC
TCDS
TCDSN

Aircraft
Airplane Flight Manual
Acceptable Means of Compliance
Auxiliary Power Unit
All Weather Operations
Civil Aviation Authority
Certification Review Item
Certification Specification
European Aviation Safety Agency
European Commission
Equivalent Safety (Finding)
Extended Range Operations with Two-Engined Aeroplanes
European Union
European Union Member States
Enhanced Wiring Interconnection System
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Aviation Regulation
Flammibility Reduction Systems
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
International Civil Aviation Organization
Joint Aviation Authorities
Joint Aviation Requirements
National Aviation Authority
Notice of Proposed Amendment
Rolls Royce
Service Bulletin
Special Condition
Serial Number
Type Certificate
Type Certificate Data Sheet
Type Certificate Data Sheet for Noise

II. Type Certificate Holder Record

AIRBUS
1 Rond-point Maurice Bellonte
31707 Blagnac
FRANCE

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III. Change Record

TCDS
Issue No
18.0

TCDS Date TCDS Changes

TC Date

27/11/09

17/05/04

19.0
20.0

30/03/10
11/06/10

21.0
22.0

22/06/10
20/07/10

23.0

18/07/10

24.0
25.0

06/09/10
27/09/10

Page 4 Section 1.6

Update of CMP Document reference number
Introduction of ETOPS Beyond 180 Min (approval date:
13 October 2009)
Amendment Approval date 4 June 2009 for ETOPS 180 Min
(A330-323 PW 4168A-1D and PW 4168A-1D)
Page 6 Section 2.II.6
Environmental Standards chapter re-arrangement
Page 6 Section 2.II.7 & 2.II.8.2
New Chapter title
Addition of CRI G-106 (2.II.7 only)
Addition of CRI G-8
Page 11 Section 2.III.3.2.1
Introduction of reference to Approved Oil documentation
Page 14 Section 2.III.4.12
Introduction of reference to ALS 5, and deletion of
Certification Document reference numbers
Page 17 Section 3.II.7
Environmental Standards chapter re-arrangement
Page 17 Section 3.II.8
Addition of CRI G-8
Page 21 Section 3.III.2.6
Mod number corrected (Variant 060)
Page 22 Section 3.III.3.2.1
Introduction of reference to Approved Oil documentation
Page 25 Section 3.III.4.12
Introduction of reference to ALS 5, and deletion of
Certification Document reference numbers
Page 26
Introduction of new Section 4 (Change Record)
Introduction of section 4 for A330-200 Freighter
Addition of CRI H-01 as Special Condition (Enhanced
Airworthiness Programme for Aeroplane Systems - ICA for
EWIS)
Addition of WV 001 for A330-200 Freighter
Addition of A330-200F ETOPS approval
Addition of WV 061 for A330-200 passenger aircraft
Addition of WV 057 and 058 on the A330-200 Passenger
aircraft.
Addition of fuel quantity table (Section 4 3.1.2) due to the
introduction of MOD 58623 & 200281.
Correction of typo error for fuel quantity tables (section 3 4.1 &
Section 4 3.1.1).
Correction of a typo error on Section 1 - 6 - ETOPS table
Correction of typo error to remove ambiguity on A330-200
Freighter model (Section 4 - 1.1)

09/04/10
09/04/10

09/04/10
09/04/10
09/04/10

09/04/10
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TCDS
Issue No
26.0

TCDS Date TCDS Changes

TC Date

17/01/11

09/04/10

27.0

23/02/11

28.0

09/03/11

29.0

06/05/11

30.0

26/10/11

31.0

04/05/12

32.0

29/10/12

33.0

14/11/12

34

28/05/13

35
36

Addition of WV 057 and 058 on the A330-243 Passenger

aircraft (RR models).
Addition of WV 002 on the A330-200F.
Addition of Special condition P27 for A330-200 and A330-300
Passenger aircraft.
Addition of RT Fuel for use on GE, PW and RR engines and
APU
Addition of PW 4164-1D and PW4168-1D engines (MOD 58777
and 58776)
Correction of static take-off thrust (5 mn) number for A330-203
New Paragraph 3.III.4.13 Fuel tank flammability Reduction
System (FRS)
Update of Paragraph 6 in Section 2 and 3 (Environmental
Requirements for Noise)
Addition of MOD 201436 to Variant 057 and addition of MOD
201437 to Variant 058 in Maximum Certified Weights for
A330-201/-202/-203/-223/-243:
Addition of PW4164-1D and PW4168-1D in the ETOPS table as
a result of previous certification of MOD 58776 and 58777
Addition of Variant 054 in Maximum Certified Weights for A330302/-303/-323/-342/-343 (Section 2.III.1.6, 2.III.2.6 and 2.III.3.6)
Removal of SC P-27 Flammability Reduction System from
A330-300 Certification Basis
Addition of SC E-130 and E-1014 to A330-300/-200 Certification
Basis
Addition of Weight Variants 054 and 055 for A330-302/-303/
-323/-342/-343
Addition of Weight Variant 062 for A330-201/-202/-203/-223/
-243
Correction Section 3.III.1.7: Service Bulletin 72-3003 was
erroneously listed as 72-003
Addition of PW4168A-1D Engine for A330-223F (Section
4.III.1.2.1.)
Addition of SC E-128 to A330-300/-200 Certification Basis
Addition of Weight Variant 056 for A330-302/-303/-323/-342/343
Correction of MOD number (43308) for A330-301 Weight
Variant 010
Addition of Equivalent Safety Finding E-1022 to A330-300/-200
Certification Basis

09/04/10

09/04/10

09/04/1
SECTION
3: A330200
SERIES continued

0
09/04/10
09/04/10

09/04/10

09/04/10

Addition of paragraph Elect to comply for A330-200/-200F/300. After certification of MOD 200542 on Symbolic Exit Sign,
the TCDS need to reflect the compliance with CS 25.811 and
CS 25.812 Amdt. 3
Installation of one PW 4168A engine on A330-223F aircraft
basically fitted with two PW4168A-1D
Addition of PW4168A-1D and Intermix PW4168A/4168A-1D for
A330-223F on Section 1 6 reflecting ETOPS capabilities and
approval of LR2/EASA: AMC 20-6 CMP Revision 25.
20/11/2013 Addition of WV057 for A330-323/-342/-343

09/04/10

22/11/2013 Correction of a typo in section 2 2.6 on MTOW of WV057 for

A330-223. 184t instead of 187t

09/04/10

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