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10 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Jetstar Airways Airbus A320-232 (VH-VFV) taxiing on a wet day at Sydney Airport.

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Aircraft

Jetstar Airways standard livery

Airline

Jetstar Airways

Manufacturer

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Achievements

Weather Warrior, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A320 family is one of the most successful narrowbody jets worldwide, pivotal in the rise of low-cost carriers.

Fleet Rarity

VH-VFV is one of many A320s in Jetstar\'s fleet; the A320 is not a rare aircraft type.

Record Flights

Widely used for domestic and short-haul international flights; not used for notable record-setting routes.

Safety & Events

The A320 has a long and generally safe service record. Jetstar\'s VH-VFV has operated without notable accidents.

Future Outlook

Still active in commercial service (as of 2024); may eventually be replaced by newer A320neo or A321neo.

Specifications

CFM56-5B4/3

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

37.6 m

Length

6,150 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

180 passengers

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.8 m

Height

120 kN (CFM56-5B4/3, per engine)

Thrust

Certified to ICAO Chapter 4, typical takeoff ~82 dB at 1500 m

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