Airbus A321-200

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Lufthansa Airbus A321-200 (D-AISF) captured on final approach, exemplifying European short-haul excellence.

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Aircraft

A321-200 A321

Lufthansa standard livery

D-AISF

Registration

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-6700 Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 OSS

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Strong profile capture and clear registration, but light is a bit flat and could use more contrast to pop against the sky.

Location

Viewing Platform Zeppelinheim

Frankfurt Main Airport · FRA/EDDF

50.0394, 8.5968

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A321 is a significant member of the A320 family, known for its efficiency and popularity on short to medium-haul routes. Lufthansa was one of the early adopters of the A321.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa operates one of the largest A321 fleets, with dozens of A321-200s; not rare in Lufthansa\'s fleet.

Record Flights

Operates high-density European routes; not typically associated with records for range or unusual flights.

Safety & Events

The A321 has an excellent safety record; D-AISF has not been notably involved in major incidents.

Future Outlook

A321ceo (classic) models like this are being gradually replaced by A321neo, but remain active in fleets as of 2024.

Specifications

CFM56-5B or IAE V2530-A5

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

44.51 m

Length

5,950 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

185-236 passengers

Capacity

93,500 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

133–147 kN (30,000–33,000 lbf) per engine, depending on variant

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, approximately 83–87 dB during takeoff

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