Fuel Requirements
Minimum and maximum landing fuel weights for Air Canada fleet aircraft
This guide outlines the landing fuel requirements for all aircraft in the Virtual Air Canada Airline fleet. Adhering to these guidelines ensures operational safety and realism in your virtual flights.
Landing Fuel Weight Guidelines
The table below provides the minimum, maximum, and recommended landing fuel weights for each aircraft in our fleet:
| Aircraft Model | Minimum Fuel | Max Landing Fuel | Recommended Landing Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbus A220 | 800 kg | 3,000 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Airbus A319 | 1,000 kg | 4,000 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Airbus A320 | 1,100 kg | 3,500 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Airbus A321 | 1,300 kg | 4,000 kg | 2,500 kg |
| Airbus A330 | 2,000 kg | 12,000 kg | 5,000 kg |
| Boeing 737 MAX 8 | 1,100 kg | 3,400 kg | 3,000 kg |
| Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner | 1,900 kg | 11,300 kg | 10,000 kg |
| Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner | 1,900 kg | 11,300 kg | 10,000 kg |
| Boeing 777-300ER | 3,000 kg | 14,000 kg | 12,000 kg |
| Bombardier CRJ900 | 700 kg | 2,000 kg | 1,500 kg |
| De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 | 400 kg | 1,000 kg | 800 kg |
| Embraer E175 | 700 kg | 2,300 kg | 1,500 kg |
Understanding Fuel Requirements
Minimum Fuel
The minimum fuel weight represents the absolute minimum amount of fuel that should be in the tanks upon landing. Landing with less than this amount is considered unsafe and may result in flight rejection during validation.
Maximum Landing Fuel
The maximum landing fuel weight represents the highest recommended fuel load for landing. Exceeding this amount puts additional stress on landing gear and braking systems and may affect your landing performance.
Recommended Landing Fuel
This value represents the ideal target landing fuel weight that balances safety reserves with operational efficiency. Aim to plan your flights to arrive with approximately this amount of fuel remaining.
Flight Planning Considerations
When planning your Virtual Air Canada Airline flights:
- Always include adequate fuel reserves for holding patterns, weather diversions, and unexpected delays
- Consider the effects of headwinds/tailwinds on your fuel consumption
- Review weather conditions at your destination and alternate airports to ensure you have sufficient landing fuel
- Remember that excessive fuel loads impact aircraft performance and fuel efficiency
Flight Validation
Your landing fuel will be checked during the flight validation process. Flights landing with less than minimum fuel or substantially more than maximum landing fuel may be rejected. Aim to land with fuel quantities within the acceptable range for your aircraft type.
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Need Help?
For questions about fuel planning or flight operations, please contact our operations team.