By: Alix Davis

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

Dimensions  Height: m  Wingspan: m  Length: m  Wing Area: m 2  2 engine aircraft V2500 or CFM56

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)

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