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11 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Jetstar Airways Airbus A321-231 (VH-VWQ) taxiing at Sydney Airport.

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Kiwi Aviation · 11 Apr 2026

Perfect!

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Aircraft

Jetstar Airways standard livery

Airline

Jetstar Airways

Manufacturer

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, 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 Airbus A321 is the largest member of the A320 family and is a widely used narrow-body for short and medium-haul routes. VH-VNO is one of several A321s operated by Jetstar Airways, a prominent low-cost carrier in the Asia-Pacific region.

Fleet Rarity

One of around 18 A321ceo aircraft in the Jetstar Airways fleet as of 2024.

Record Flights

Typically used on busy domestic and short regional routes across Australia and Asia-Pacific; not known for unique record flights.

Safety & Events

No major notable incidents reported for this specific airframe.

Future Outlook

Still in active service; Jetstar is gradually modernizing its fleet with A321neo variants.

Specifications

IAE V2533-A5

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

44.51 m

Length

5,950 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

220 passengers (single class typical)

Capacity

93,500 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

33,000 lbf (147 kN) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, typical approach: 94 dB

Noise