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17 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Jetstar Airways Airbus A321neo (VH-OYQ) taxiing in beautiful late afternoon light.

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Kiwi Aviation · 17 Apr 2026

Nice catch! ✈️

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Aircraft

Airbus A321neo A321N

Jetstar Airways standard livery

Airline

Jetstar Airways

Manufacturer

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Golden Hour Glory, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, Neo Navigator, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Insights

Aviation History

The A321neo is a significant evolution of the A321, part of Airbus\' best-selling A320 family, featuring more efficient engines and improved aerodynamics.

Fleet Rarity

Jetstar operates a growing fleet of A321neos; the model is becoming common but still a minority compared to older A320s.

Record Flights

A321neo is popular for medium and some long domestic/international routes; not known for specific record flights.

Safety & Events

No major incidents involving Jetstar A321neo as of 2024.

Future Outlook

In active service; expected to be a workhorse for Jetstar over the coming decade.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1A

Engine

35.8 meters

Wingspan

44.51 meters

Length

7,400 kilometers

Range

840 kilometers per hour

Speed

Up to 244 passengers (high-density layout)

Capacity

97,000 kilograms

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

32,900 lbf (146 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, typical approach noise 73-81 dB(A)

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