1. By: Alix Davis www.airliners.net

2. History of Airbus A320  A320 program was launched in March 1982.  Originated in Europe.  First flight on February 22, 1987.  Used for passenger flights.

3. Dimensions  Height: 11.76 m  Wingspan: 34.10 m  Length: 37.57 m  Wing Area: 122.6 m 2  2 engine aircraft V2500 or CFM56 www.airliners.net

4. Other Information  Capacity Flightcrew: 2 Passengers: 179 (high density) 150 (low)  Performance Max. cruising = 903 km/h Economical cruising = 840km/h  Weights Empty: 93,079lb (V2500) or 92,980lb (CFM56) Standard: 162, 040lb (both engine types)  Range ~2,900 nautical miles (5,400 km)

5. Fun Facts…  Fly-by-wire flight control system control inputs transmitted by electronic signals, not mechanical  Highest production rate of any commercial airliner  Second best-selling jet airliner family of all time after the Boeing 737 More than 3,700 aircraft built www.airliners.net