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Austrian A320 taxiing in at VIE

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Aircraft

Austrian Airlines standard livery

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Gear

Canon EOS 2000D EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

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Silver

Score: 81.0

The Austrian A320 is sharp with clear reg, but ramp clutter and harsh midday light reduce impact.

Location

Vienna International Airport

VIE/LOWW

48.1103, 16.5697

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Vienna International Airport VIE

Insights

Aviation History

The A320 is the world’s first commercial airliner with a fully digital fly-by-wire control system and one of the most successful narrowbody jets ever built.

Fleet Rarity

Austrian Airlines operates several A320s; not rare in their fleet nor globally.

Record Flights

Common on intra-Europe routes; used for mid-length haul, but not typical in ultra-long-haul or record flight missions.

Safety & Events

Well-known for being involved in multiple successful emergency ditchings and landings around the world due to robust fly-by-wire and safety systems.

Future Outlook

Still flying; standard workhorse for Austrian and many airlines worldwide. Many units will eventually be replaced by next-generation A320neo family jets.

Specifications

CFM56 or IAE V2500

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

37.6 meters

Length

6,150 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

150-180 passengers

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.8 meters

Height

CFM56-5B: 111–120 kN, IAE V2500: 111–120 kN (each)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (~86-94 dB takeoff, ~74-80 dB landing)

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