Airbus A321-231

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Vietnam Airlines Airbus A321 (VN-A326) at the stand, with the distinctive golden lotus tail at a modern airport terminal.

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Aircraft

A321-231 A321

Vietnam Airlines standard livery

VN-A326

Registration

Airline

Vietnam Airlines

HVN / VN

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Great side profile—excellent sharpness and clear reg, though overcast light flattens the scene a bit.

Location

Noi Bai International Airport

HAN/VVNB

21.2212, 105.8070

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Noi Bai International Airport HAN

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A321 is the largest member of the A320 family and key to many regional and short-haul airline fleets. Vietnam Airlines is a significant A321 operator.

Fleet Rarity

Common model in Vietnam Airlines fleet and worldwide (over 2,000 A321s in service globally)

Record Flights

Not known for ultra-long or record flights; used mainly for regional/medium-haul routes.

Safety & Events

No widely known notable incidents for this specific airframe.

Future Outlook

Active service as of 2024; A321 expected to remain in fleets for the foreseeable future.

Specifications

IAE V2533-A5 (most common for A321-231)

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

44.51 meters

Length

5,950 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

185-236 passengers (typical: 220 1-class or 185 2-class)

Capacity

93,500 kg

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

33,000 lbf (147 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (approx. 83-85 dB on approach)

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