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02 Apr 2026 · © SSGTRocky

Frontier Airlines Airbus A321 (N716FR), featuring the signature animal tail livery, awaits turnaround at the gate on a sunny day.

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Aircraft

Frontier Airlines with Walrus tail animal theme

Airline

Frontier Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

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Achievements

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Location

San Diego International Airport

SAN/KSAN

32.7336, -117.1900

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San Diego International Airport SAN

Insights

Aviation History

The A321 is the largest member of the original Airbus A320 family and is widely used for short and medium-haul routes. Frontier operates one of the youngest A321 fleets in the US.

Fleet Rarity

Common in Frontier’s fleet; over 2,500 A321s delivered globally, not a rare model.

Record Flights

Regularly used on high-density leisure and transcontinental US routes; not known for special record flights.

Safety & Events

A321 is generally known for strong safety record. No notable incidents associated with this particular aircraft reported.

Future Outlook

Still flying and in active service; expected to continue in commercial passenger service.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-5B

Engine

34.1 meters

Wingspan

44.51 meters

Length

5,950 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

220 passengers (high-density max configuration), typically 185-230

Capacity

93,500 kg

MTOW

11.76 meters

Height

133 kN each (CFM56-5B)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~89-92 dB on departure (varies by configuration and test)

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