Airbus SAS
Airbus A320-214
The Airbus A320‑214 is a member of the popular A320 family, a short‑to medium‑range narrow‑body jet produced by Airbus SAS. First introduced in 1988, the A320 series was the world’s first commercial aircraft to incorporate a digital fly‑by‑wire flight‑control system, a feature that reshaped cockpit ergonomics and aircraft handling. The “‑214” designation indicates a specific engine configuration: the airframe is equipped with two CFM International CFM56‑5B4/P turbofan engines, each delivering roughly 22,000 pounds of thrust, and the aircraft carries a maximum take‑off weight of about 73 metric tonnes.
Key features include a spacious 3‑8‑3 cabin layout, a modern glass cockpit with side‑stick controllers, and advanced avionics that enable reduced fuel burn and lower emissions. Thanks to its high‑efficiency aerodynamics and commonality with other A320 family members, operators benefit from reduced training costs and flexible fleet management. Over 2,200 A320‑214s have entered service worldwide, serving airlines on routes ranging from intra‑European hops to trans‑continental sectors. Its introduction also spurred the development of the later A321 and A319 variants, expanding the family’s market reach. The model’s reliability, economic performance, and pioneering technology have cemented its role as a cornerstone of modern commercial aviation.
Key features include a spacious 3‑8‑3 cabin layout, a modern glass cockpit with side‑stick controllers, and advanced avionics that enable reduced fuel burn and lower emissions. Thanks to its high‑efficiency aerodynamics and commonality with other A320 family members, operators benefit from reduced training costs and flexible fleet management. Over 2,200 A320‑214s have entered service worldwide, serving airlines on routes ranging from intra‑European hops to trans‑continental sectors. Its introduction also spurred the development of the later A321 and A319 variants, expanding the family’s market reach. The model’s reliability, economic performance, and pioneering technology have cemented its role as a cornerstone of modern commercial aviation.
