Airbus A320
Airbus · A320
One of the two most common narrowbodies in the world, flown by virtually every major airline. Over 12,500 delivered.
Jet twin certified to FL390 that cruises at about 454 kts.
2x JetLargeRECAT DFL390 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Jet |
| Weight class | Large (L) |
| RECAT-EU category | D (Upper medium) |
| Service ceiling | 39,000 ft (FL390) |
| Max climb rate | 2,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 115 kts |
| Landing speed | 130 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~454 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | M0.83 (~487 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 11,544 ft / 1.90 nm / 3,519 m |
| Landing field length | 8,506 ft / 1.40 nm / 2,593 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 7 |
Where you'll see it
The Airbus A320 flies with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines among others. You'll encounter it regularly in New York, Frankfurt, Paris, London airspace.