Airbus A319-100

30 Nov 2025 · © Unknown

This A319 features traditional wingtip fences (not sharklets/neo). The Germanwings livery makes it a nice retro catch as the brand is now defunct.

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Airbus A320 family (likely A320, A321 based on cockpit shape)

Aircraft

A319-100 A319

Germanwings standard livery (classic silver and yellow scheme)

D-AKNP

Registration

Airline

Germanwings

GER / 4U

Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

The A319 is a shortened variant of the A320 and has been widely used for short-haul operations by European carriers like Germanwings; D-AKNP served during the era when Germanwings was Lufthansa’s low-cost subsidiary.

Fleet Rarity

A319 is fairly common globally but relatively less common than the A320 or A321.

Record Flights

A319s are used on various short to medium-haul routes across Europe.

Safety & Events

A319s have a solid safety record. Germanwings as an entity is most known for the unrelated tragic 2015 event involving a different type (A320).

Future Outlook

Many A319s are still flying, though some have been retired or converted for business or corporate use. Germanwings brand ceased operations in 2020.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-5B

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

33.8 meters

Length

6,950 kilometers

Range

828 km/h

Speed

124 passengers (typical 2-class), up to 156 (high-density)

Capacity

75,500 kilograms

MTOW

11.8 meters

Height

2 x 23,500 lbf (104.5 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~85 dB on approach)

Noise

The registration and details are based on visible markings and typical configuration—the exact seating may vary slightly by airline.