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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. Cruises around 454 kts. Has a wide speed range from 115 to 487 kts.

2x JetLargeRECAT DFL390 ceilingILS capable

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classLarge (L)
RECAT-EU categoryD (Upper medium)
Service ceiling39,000 ft (FL390)
Max climb rate2,500 fpm
Max descent rate3,500 fpm

Speed envelope

ParameterValue
Minimum speed115 kts
Landing speed130 kts
Cruise speed454 kts
Maximum speed487 kts (M0.83)

Runway requirements

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length11,544 ft (1.90 nm)
Landing field length8,506 ft (1.40 nm)

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category7

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