BelugaXL - Fun Facts

To support the A350 XWB ramp-up and other production rate increases, Airbus is expanding its existing A300-600ST fleet with the development and production of five new BelugaXL aircraft, derived from the companys versatile A330 widebody product line. The BelugaXL incorporates newly-developed elements including its lowered cockpit, cargo bay structure, and rear and tail section. https://www.airbus.com/aircraft/freighter/beluga.html#BelugaXL