Airbus A320-232

21 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-232 (VH-VQK) taxiing at Sydney Airport, sporting the airline's iconic silver and orange livery.

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Aircraft

A320-232 A320

Jetstar Airways standard livery

VH-VQK

Registration

Airline

Jetstar Airways

JST / JQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

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

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A320 is one of the world\'s most successful narrowbody jetliners, pioneering fly-by-wire systems and revolutionizing short- and medium-haul air travel.

Fleet Rarity

Jetstar operates one of the largest A320 fleets in Asia-Pacific; this aircraft is common.

Record Flights

Not known for record flights; typically operates short and medium-haul domestic and regional flights.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe and reliable type with no particular incidents tied to this airframe or airline.

Future Outlook

Active, still in service with Jetstar Airways.

Specifications

CFM56-5B4/3

Engine

34.10 meters

Wingspan

37.57 meters

Length

6,100 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

180 passengers (typical single class)

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

120 kN (per engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~84 dB takeoff noise at sideline)

Noise