Airbus A321-131

21 Apr 2026 · © Siliconserver

Lufthansa's Airbus A321-131 D-AIRX in stunning retro livery awaits its next flight at the gate—a unique tribute to the airline's historic branding.

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Judge Dredd · 21 Apr 2026

Fantastic shot!

Kiwi Aviation · 21 Apr 2026

Incredible capture!

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Aircraft

A321-131 A321

Lufthansa Retro Livery

D-AIRX

Registration

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Sony Alpha 6000 Sony SEL55210 - 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

Retro Wings, Livery Legend, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

4 badges earned

Location

Frankfurt Main Airport

FRA/EDDF

50.0267, 8.5584

Open map

Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

This A321-131, registered D-AIRX, is operated by Lufthansa in a retro livery reminiscent of the airline\'s classic 1950s-1970s era, making it a popular subject among aviation enthusiasts.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa has only one A321 in this retro livery, making this livery very rare within the Lufthansa fleet.

Record Flights

No notable record flights for this airframe—it operates regular Lufthansa short- and medium-haul European services.

Safety & Events

No notable incidents known for this airframe; notable for wearing the rare retro livery.

Future Outlook

As of 2024, still active in Lufthansa\'s fleet, though the fate may include retirement in the coming years as A321neos replace older A321s.

Specifications

CFM56-5B3/P

Engine

34.10 m

Wingspan

44.51 m

Length

5,950 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

200 passengers (max, typical 185)

Capacity

89,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

2 × 140 kN (31,000 lbf)

Thrust

Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 (~85-90 dB approach)

Noise