Narrow-Body Aircraft
Definition
A single-aisle aircraft with a fuselage diameter typically 3-4 meters, seating 100-240 passengers. Used for short to medium-haul flights. Examples: Boeing 737, Airbus A320.
Related Terms
Wide-Body Aircraft
A twin-aisle aircraft with a fuselage diameter of 5-6 meters, seating 200-600 passengers. Used for long-haul international flights. Examples: Boeing 777, Airbus A350.
Low-Cost Carrier (LCC)
An airline that offers low fares by reducing costs through measures like single aircraft types, no-frills service, point-to-point routes, and ancillary revenue from add-on fees.
Point-to-Point
A route network model where aircraft fly directly between city pairs without using a central hub. Favored by low-cost carriers for operational simplicity and faster turnarounds.
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