Airbus A319-131

04 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

This aircraft (G-EUPJ) was unveiled in 2019 in the iconic BEA livery as part of BA's centenary celebrations. The livery replicates the BEA scheme from the 1959-1968 era and became a regular highlight at UK and European airports until its repaint.

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Aircraft

A319-131 A319

British Airways BEA Retro Livery

G-EUPJ

Registration

Airline

British Airways

BAW / BA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

This British Airways A319 was painted in a special retro livery to celebrate the heritage of BEA (British European Airways) as part of BA's 100th anniversary.

Fleet Rarity

1 of only a handful of BA aircraft to be painted in the BEA retro livery for the 100-year anniversary.

Record Flights

Primarily operated on short-haul routes across Europe.

Safety & Events

No major incidents involving this specific aircraft are noted, but it was famous among enthusiasts for its eye-catching BEA retro paint scheme.

Future Outlook

As of late 2020s, most retro-liveried British Airways A319s have either been returned to standard livery, retired, or reallocated.

Specifications

CFM56-5B7/3

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

33.84 m

Length

6,950 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

124 passengers

Capacity

75,500 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

2 x 120 kN

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (~85-90 dB on takeoff)

Noise

While the livery and registration confirm the identification, the exact date of the photo isn't specified, so there is a small chance the aircraft's livery may have changed since.