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Airbus A320neo

Airbus

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Fuel-efficient re-engined workhorse of short-haul aviation.

First flight

2014

Category

Narrow-body jet

Seating

150–194 passengers (typical single-class ~180)

Range

6,300 km

Engines

Two high-bypass turbofans: CFM LEAP-1A or Pratt & Whitney PW1100G

Status

In production

The Airbus A320neo (New Engine Option) is a narrowbody, single-aisle jetliner developed as an updated variant of the highly successful A320ceo family. Launched in 2010 and entering service in 2016, it incorporates new-generation high-bypass turbofan engines and Sharklet wingtip devices to deliver significant fuel and emissions savings over its predecessor. The A320neo family includes the A319neo, A320neo, and A321neo variants, catering to a range of short- to medium-haul missions. The aircraft competes directly with the Boeing 737 MAX series and has become one of the best-selling commercial aircraft in history. With its improved aerodynamics, quieter cabin, and reduced operating costs, the A320neo has been embraced by both legacy carriers and low-cost airlines worldwide. It offers operators a choice between CFM International LEAP-1A and Pratt & Whitney PW1100G geared turbofan engines.

Notable operators

Major operators include IndiGo, Air India, Wizz Air, easyJet, Lufthansa, American Airlines, Air France, and Frontier Airlines.

Notable facts

›Delivers up to 20% fuel savings compared to the A320ceo.
›Has accumulated over 10,000 orders, making it one of the best-selling jetliners ever.
›Sharklet wingtip devices contribute roughly 3.5% fuel efficiency improvement.
›Entered commercial service with Lufthansa on 25 January 2016.
›The PW1100G engine uses a geared turbofan architecture to improve efficiency and reduce noise.