Airbus A320-214

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29 Jun 2026 · © Siliconserver

Vueling Airbus A320-214 EC-MCU on approach, featuring the carrier's distinctive dotted tail design.

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Aircraft

A320-214 A320

Vueling Airlines standard livery

EC-MCU

Registration

Airline

Vueling Airlines

VLG / VY

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-6700 E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

2 badges earned

Photo grade

Silver

Score: 89.0

Beautiful clean side-profile, sharp livery with readable reg, and well-balanced framing against a clear sky.

Location

Mirador Plane viewing Point

César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport · ACE/GCRR

28.9347, -13.6119

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César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport ACE

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A320 is one of the most successful short-to-medium-haul jetliners in history and pioneered digital fly-by-wire systems.

Fleet Rarity

Vueling operates one of the largest A320 fleets in Europe. This specific plane (EC-MCU) is a standard member.

Record Flights

The A320 is commonly used across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, but not for record long-distance flights.

Safety & Events

Has an excellent safety record overall; Vueling A320s have been involved in some minor technical incidents but with no major hull-losses on record.

Future Outlook

Still in active service with Vueling as of 2024.

Specifications

CFM56-5B4/3

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

37.57 meters

Length

6,150 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

180 passengers

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

120 kN (per engine)

Thrust

EPNdB 89-92 (meets ICAO Chapter 4 standards)

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