Airbus A320-232

Andrew @ KDEN 🇺🇸

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United Airlines A320-232 (N475UA) in classic 1970s 'Friend Ship' retro livery being towed on a clear day.

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Aircraft

A320-232 A320

United Airlines 1970s \'Friend Ship\' retro livery

N475UA

Registration

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 back dual wide camera 5.96mm f/1.6

Achievements

Retro Wings, Livery Legend, Airbus Aficionado, Narrowbody Ninja

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 81.0

Crisp retro-livery A320 but low angle cuts off gear and reduces drama; tug adds context but distracts slightly.

Location

Denver International Airport

DEN/KDEN

39.8600, -104.6740

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Denver International Airport DEN

Airport

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Aviation History

This airframe was one of the earlier A320s delivered to United Airlines and was repainted into a classic livery commemorating the airline\'s historical \'Friend Ship\' branding.

Fleet Rarity

1 of only a handful of United A320s wearing a retro livery; standard A320s are common but retro jets are rare.

Record Flights

No special record flights known for this specific frame; standard A320s routinely fly US coast-to-coast routes.

Safety & Events

Seen at several special events and air shows due to its retro livery. United\'s retro jets are often highlighted in enthusiast and spotter communities.

Future Outlook

Believed to still be active as of 2024, but older A320s are being phased out by major carriers.

Specifications

CFM International CFM56-5B4

Engine

34.1 m

Wingspan

37.6 m

Length

6,150 km

Range

840 km/h

Speed

150-180 passengers

Capacity

77,000 kg

MTOW

11.8 m

Height

133.4 kN (30,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~85 dB on approach

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