Airbus A320-232

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02 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

British Airways A319 just over 27L threshold

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Aircraft

A320-232 A320

British Airways standard livery

G-EUPO

Registration

Airline

British Airways

BAW / BA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

3 badges earned

Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A320 is one of the most significant short- to medium-haul jetliners, pioneering fly-by-wire in commercial aviation and is the best-selling commercial jet ever. British Airways is a major European operator.

Fleet Rarity

British Airways operates a large fleet of A320s; this is not a rare member—far more than 200 active globally.

Record Flights

A320 family commonly flies across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, with some extended services to nearby parts of Asia. No major record flights for this specific variant.

Safety & Events

This aircraft model has an excellent safety record, with most incidents related to operational rather than design issues. No major incidents specific to G-EUPO reported as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Still in active service with British Airways as of 2024, likely to continue operating for several more years.

Specifications

IAE V2527-A5

Engine

34.10 m

Wingspan

37.57 m

Length

6,100 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

180 passengers (2-class typical)

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

111.2 kN (25,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, around 90 dB on approach (varies by configuration)

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