Airbus A321-200

25 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Jetstar Airways Airbus A321-200 (VH-VWQ) captured taxiing at Sydney Airport, showcasing the airline's sleek silver and orange livery.

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AeroPhile · 25 Apr 2026

Amazing shot!

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Aircraft

A321-200 A321

Jetstar Airways standard livery

VH-VWQ

Registration

Airline

Jetstar Airways

JST / JQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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

Achievements

Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

2 badges earned

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

Open map

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

One of the most common narrowbody airliners, widely used for short- and medium-haul flights worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Jetstar operates a significant fleet of A321s in Australia and Asia-Pacific.

Record Flights

Not typically associated with record flights; optimized for high-density, short- to medium-haul operations.

Safety & Events

A321s have had minor incidents over the years but have a strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Still active in commercial service (as of 2024) and part of ongoing fleet upgrades.

Specifications

CFM56-5B

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

Thrust

Approximates ICAO Chapter 4 (<94 EPNdB at takeoff, variable)

Noise