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09 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

British Airways A320

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Kiwi Aviation · 09 Apr 2026

Great angle!

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Aircraft

British Airways standard livery

Airline

British Airways

Manufacturer

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A320-200 is one of the world’s most popular narrowbody airliners, pioneering fly-by-wire controls in commercial aviation.

Fleet Rarity

Very common; British Airways operates a large A320 fleet.

Record Flights

No notable record flights, commonly used on European and short-to-medium haul routes.

Safety & Events

The A320 family has had notable incidents but is recognized for its strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; longevity expected into the 2030s.

Specifications

CFM56 or IAE V2500 (variant on A320-200, specific model not visible)

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

37.57 meters

Length

6,150 kilometers

Range

840 kilometers per hour

Speed

Typically 150–180 passengers

Capacity

78,000 kilograms

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

CFM56-5B: 96.0–133.4 kN, IAE V2500: 98.0–147 kN

Thrust

Typically 85-90 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

Noise