Number in fleet - 19

The A340-600 entered into service with Virgin Atlantic as their launch customer in July 2002. The 600 series is 75.3 metres making it the longest civil aircraft produced.

Number in fleet - 4

The A340-300 is a four engined long-range aircraft from the Airbus 'fly by wire' family and is assembled in Toulouse, France.  Virgin Atlantic first added the A340 to its fleet in 1993.

Number in fleet - 2          Aircraft on order - 8

The A330-300 joined the Virgin fleet in April 2011.  This aircraft is the largest member of the twin engine A330 family and has a wingspan of 60.3 metres, with an overall length of 63.69 metres.

Number in fleet - 13

The B747-400 aircraft consumes up to 13% less fuel than previous versions and engine noise levels are half that of the original 747's in the 1970's.

Number in fleet - 5

The B777-300 aircraft makes better use of fuel, meaning lower emissions thanks to a new wing, more efficient engines and a lighter structure.