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23 Apr 2026 · © aviationpassionist

Thai AirAsia Airbus A320-200 taxiing in signature red livery.

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Kiwi Aviation · 23 Apr 2026

Wow!

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Aircraft

AirAsia standard livery

Airline

Manufacturer

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Terminal one

Hong Kong International Airport · HKG/VHHH

22.3122, 113.9270

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Hong Kong International Airport HKG

Insights

Aviation History

The A320-200 is one of the most successful narrowbody jets, revolutionary for introducing fly-by-wire in short-medium haul airliners.

Fleet Rarity

A320-200 is one of the most common airliners in the world.

Record Flights

A320 family jets are frequently used on 5-6 hour sectors; not a main ultra-long-haul type.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe and reliable aircraft model; has had high-profile but statistically rare incidents globally.

Future Outlook

Active in service; AirAsia’s A320-200 fleet continues to operate in Asia.

Specifications

CFM56-5B

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

37.57 m

Length

6,100 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

180 passengers

Capacity

78,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

120–147 kN (27,000–33,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB on takeoff

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