Aircraft Type
Airbus A320 family “The Workhorse of Modern Aviation”
The Airbus A320 family is a highly successful narrow-body commercial passenger aircraft that revolutionized short to medium-haul aviation with its advanced fly-by-wire technology and standardized cockpit design across the series.
IATABUSManufacturerAirbusScore7.15/10Range6,300 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
First mass-produced commercial aircraft to feature digital fly-by-wire flight control systems, dramatically improving pilot efficiency and aircraft performance
The A320 was the first commercial aircraft where pilots could type their entire flight plan into the computer, reducing cockpit workload and increasing navigation precision
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A320 family affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
37.57 m
Length
35.8 m
Wingspan
11.76 m
Height
Performance
6,100 km
Range
871 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× CFM International CFM56
Engines
Airbus Family
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How It Compares
vs. Boeing 737 MAX
✓Generally quieter cabin environment (68 dB noise level)
✗More recent technological improvements and updated design
vs. Embraer E-Jet E2 family
✓Widely used in commercial aviation with established infrastructure
✗Potentially more efficient fuel consumption for smaller routes
vs. Airbus A220 (formerly Bombardier CSeries)
✓Larger passenger capacity in standard configurations
✗More modern composite materials and newer overall design