Airbus A320-232

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HK Express Airbus A320 (B-LCH) awaiting its next flight on the ramp at Hong Kong International Airport.

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Aircraft

A320-232 A320

HK Express standard livery

B-LCH

Registration

Airline

Hong Kong Express Airways

HKE / UO

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Canon EOS Rebel T7 EF75-300mm f/4-5.6

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja, First Catch

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Aircraft is nicely framed with good color; background clutter and pole through tail are distracting.

Location

Hong Kong International Airport

HKG/VHHH

22.3118, 113.9150

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Hong Kong International Airport HKG

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

A320 family is among the world’s best-selling single-aisle passenger jets, pivotal in introducing fly-by-wire to commercial aviation; HK Express is a Hong Kong-based low-cost airline.

Fleet Rarity

Common globally and in HK Express fleet.

Record Flights

A320 family commonly operates short-medium haul flights; not typically used for record-breaking long-haul.

Safety & Events

A320s have had a strong safety record; HK Express has not had any hull-loss accidents with this aircraft.

Future Outlook

Still active in service with HK Express as of early 2024.

Specifications

IAE V2527-A5

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

37.57 m

Length

6,150 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

180 passengers (typical all-economy)

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

120 kN (27,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approximates to ICAO Chapter 4, around 84 EPNdB (takeoff)

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