If you want to see a photo of the Airbus A320, you will immediately notice that many have this model in their fleet. Aeroflot is one of them.
If you look at the characteristics of the A320, you can easily see why it is in such demand among all companies. Capacity Airbus aircraft The A320 and the weight of the Airbus 320 are impressive in this aircraft. The passengers themselves speak of him more than positively.
They began to create this liner so that the company would have suitable competitor for and 727. Its developers wanted to make its similar size, but at the same time to improve the technologies that were used at that time in airplanes.
Airbus A320-200.
One of the innovations was fly-by-wire control system in the cockpit. This means that handles have been introduced instead of the steering wheels. Also, in the design of the Airbus itself, composite materials.
The liner was assembled in Toulouse and then in Hamburg, as it began to be in demand.
In March 1984 work began on the production of this aircraft. So the first flight of the new model was carried out in 1987. In 1988 Air France has acquired the first airliner of this type.
Features of Airbus A320
It refers to narrow-body types passenger liners , with enough wide fuselage... This plane was designed for routes near and far... Him two engines - turbofan which are located under the wings.
The same liner became the first on which the so-called sharklets. These are special wingtips that allow increase the aerodynamic characteristics of the wings, and also reduce fuel consumption.
Inside the cockpit.
In addition to innovations in the cockpit, he the cabin of the aircraft has also undergone changes... He more spacious, and the shelves for hand luggage- large and roomy. There is also individual lighting for each passenger in the cabin. A photo of the Airbus A320 cabin is shown below.
The cargo deck has also been expanded as well as hatches for loading luggage.
Aircraft maintenance is also less expensive... This was one of the reasons for the popularity of this aircraft. The noise level of the aircraft has also been reduced.
Cabin.
Its flight range is 4900 km... Cruising speed reaches 840 km / h... The salon is able to accommodate up to 140-180 passengers. Empty plane weight - 42 100 kg.
It is easily recognizable and by one small feature - the front landing gear is slightly sloped.
Cabin layout
As a rule, the salon only has one central aisle... There is 4 passenger exits and 4 emergency exits.
A typical layout is software two chairs in a row in Business and three in Economy.
As you can see, thanks to its characteristics, the Airbus A320 has become very popular not only in Europe and America, but also in Russia and Asia. Currently, there are about 6 092 such aircraft in operation.
One of the most popular forms of transport, especially when traveling long distances, is by air. Traveling by plane is quicker than by land transport, high comfort and safety. Despite the information about tragedies and plane crashes, according to statistics, flight is the safest way to travel.
If we compare the frequency of plane crashes and road accidents, it becomes clear that the plane is still much more reliable.
Passenger airliners
The first passenger aircraft began to be used en masse from the beginning of the 20th century. They were small in size and carried no more than 15 passengers at a time. Over time, aviation has developed more and more, aircraft began to be produced in many countries of the world. In the last century, their models were evaluated exclusively in terms of passenger and cargo capacity, as well as flight range. At present, in addition to these indicators, more requirements are imposed on manufacturers - the aircraft must be economical in terms of fuel consumption and have a very low noise level. V modern conditions these requirements are very important, and manufacturing companies around the world must take them into account.
Types of passenger liners
According to their dimensions, passenger aircraft are usually divided into wide-body, narrow-body, regional and local. Wide-body - the largest in size and passenger capacity, their length is more than 70 meters, diameter - 4-5 meters. The width of the cabin of such an airliner accommodates 6-10 rows of passenger seats. These aircraft are used for long or medium-haul flights and are very expensive. Narrow-bodied are considered the most common; they are found in almost every airline. They are used at medium distances, they are smaller in capacity and diameter - 4 meters. This is the type of Airbus Industry A320, which is much cheaper and more economical to operate. Regional planes can accommodate up to 100 passengers, are more often used for domestic flights within one country, local ones are even smaller in size, they fly over distances of up to 1000 km.
Airbus Industrie ("Airbus Industry A320")
A320 aircraft manufacturer - European consortium Airbus S.A.S. Work on the creation of such a board began in Europe in the early 70s. The main challenge facing the manufacturers was to create such a model that would accommodate 130-180 passengers, did not exceed the low noise level and provided the ability to operate on short runways. Such an aircraft was created 17 years later - Airbus Industry A320 made its first flight on February 22, 1987. All work on his research was completed, and he was put into production. Airbus Industry A320 (photos of the aircraft are presented in the article) makes an impression with its appearance not only on aviation professionals, but also on passengers.
The first customer was the French airline AIR France, it was she who acquired the first plane. This happened after the Airbus Industry A320 aircraft passed mandatory certification in Europe at the end of February 1988, and in the USA in December. Then, in the following years, this model gained widespread popularity and spread throughout the world.
Peculiarities
The Airbus Industry A320 has a number of technical features that distinguish it from other aircraft of this type. The most important distinguishing feature is considered to be the presence of a fly-by-wire control system - EDSU. Such a system was not previously used in aircraft construction, for the first time it was installed on Airbus Industry A320. In the cockpit, on the dashboard, there are 6 screens that display information about the state of the engines and the position of the aircraft, as well as information from auxiliary systems. In addition, there is an improvement in the cockpit - the so-called side sticks, side handles - in their functions, they replace the usual steering wheel of the aircraft. Each pilot has a side stick on his side. All technical innovations and new characteristics make it possible to automate the control of the aircraft, in this regard, the number of pilots was reduced to two people. The changes affected not only the cockpit, but also the passenger compartment - compared to other aircraft of this type, Airbus Industry A320 has a wider cabin and more space for hand luggage. The shelves are 11% wider, individual lighting is provided above each passenger seat, it is now possible to adjust the brightness of the lighting in the cabin - from 0 to 100%.
The automatic control of the Airbus Industry A320 aircraft is carried out by the work of on-board computers - they have also been optimized and improved. Thanks to all of these technical specifications he has won trust and popularity all over the world. Many Russian airlines This particular aircraft model is constantly used by Airbus Industry A320, Aeroflot, Siberia S7 and others.
Interior layout
Each seat in the passenger cabin has a number of disadvantages and advantages that should be borne in mind when buying a ticket. Modern sales systems allow each passenger who purchases an air ticket in advance to choose specific place in the cabin. Each of them has not only a number, but also a letter that denotes a row. Therefore, it is desirable for an air passenger to know what is the cabin layout of Airbus Industry A320. It shows that seats A and F are next to the porthole, rows B and E are in the middle of the seats, C and D are next to the aisle. From the first to the sixth row - business class seats, they have a greater distance between the seats and unfold almost to a prone position. Rows 1, 12 and 13 are located next to the emergency exit, the last rows are at the toilet.
Most often, passengers prefer seats at the beginning of the cabin - there is a closer exit, there is a greater choice of drinks offered. It should be borne in mind that these seats are more often booked by passengers with children. Airbus Industry A320 is one of the most comfortable aircraft for passengers. Testimonials from frequent flyers testify to its comfort and reliability.
Plane crashes
According to official data, during the entire period of operation of Airbus Industry A320, there have been 26 serious accidents and disasters. In most cases, according to the results of investigations, the cause of the plane crash was the human factor - the incorrect actions of the pilots and crew led to tragic consequences. Cases of gross in these cases are mentioned, no casualties, but the aircraft is not subject to further operation. The largest disaster associated with Airbus Industry A320 is considered to have occurred in 2007 in Sao Paulo - an airplane airline-owned THERE, rolled out of the wet runway, crashed into an airport fuel depot and caught fire. There were 199 people on board; there were no survivors.
All Airbus A320s in the fleet of Rossiya Airlines have the same cabin layout, which is not the case for other types of ships.
In fact, the layout of the A320's cabins follows the layout of the A319, with a few exceptions.
general information
Seat map A320 
For general tips on choosing the best locations, read our article.
Business Class
The business class cabin has 3 rows in the bow of the A320. Classic wide armchairs arranged in a 2 x 2 pattern. There are two windows for each seat A or F in a row.
We will not dwell in detail on the description of the business class, because any seat in any row provides comfort in flight.
Economy class
How to choose the best seats in the A320 cabin and get the most out of your flight with Rossiya Airlines?
Economy Class, in this aircraft type, starts at 4 and ends at row 29.
Row 4
If you are not a frequent flyer, it will be useful to know that the best seats in the Airbus A320 are located in the first row of economy class.
An exception is the option when the salon was converted from full economy into eurobusiness + economy.
The seats on the 4th row have increased legroom. In front, instead of a chair with an unpredictable passenger, there is a partition.
The absence of a chair in front of you is a big plus. No one will recline their back, invading personal space. Children will not throw their toys into your lunch.
Lack of queues for the toilet at the nose of the aircraft, because must see in any aircraft are the toilets in the tail. Well, you will be the first to taste the full range of food served, fresh and hot.
Passengers in seats A and F have two windows at their disposal - twice as many landscapes outside the window, one might say.
Rows 5-8
The seat pitch in these rows is standard. This block of seats has the advantages of the forward section of the passenger compartment as described above.
Except for the 8th row. The view from the porthole can be partially obscured by the leading edge of the wing and the aircraft engine. Increased noise is also possible during the flight.
Rows 9-11
Seats in both rows are above the wing. Seats 9A and 9F have a partial view from the porthole. From the inconvenience of the 9th row - increased noise from the engine is possible.
The wing section is a low noise zone. The aircraft engine completely covers the wing and cuts out noise to this part of the cabin.
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Row 12
Emergency row with increased legroom in seats B, C, D, E. Please note that legroom is standard in the seats next to the windows.
Rows 13-16
All the advantages and disadvantages of over-wing seats are described above.
Row 17
To the disadvantages of seats, I will attribute the trailing edge of the wing that partially obscures the view and the increased noise from the engine in flight.
Row 18-28
If you want to be in the thick of things, if you like crowds of people - you are in the back of the cabin.
The parameters of the seats here are no different from the seats in the bow of the A320, just keep in mind. The closer to the tail your seat will be, the more often you will contemplate the queue of the suffering people to get into the toilet rooms, which, in anticipation, will lean on the back of the chairs by the aisle, create increased noise from conversations.
Air travel is the most convenient and only possible way cross huge distances in a short time. However, traveling by plane is very tiring and important in advance. to book a hotel at the place of arrival and choose the right seat in the cabin that will best suit your needs. Undoubtedly, air carriers provide passengers with a seating arrangement, but in order to determine which seats on the plane are better to choose, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with useful information about the most popular models of "air trains" that fly most often from well-known airlines.
The largest carrier in the Russian Federation is undoubtedly Aeroflot, which has completed air space popular today "Airbuses" models 319, 320 and 321. These aircraft differ in modifications, the number of seats and their location. Let's consider all the features of each model.
The Airbus 320 project began to be developed back in 1984, when the Airbus consortium decided to create an "air machine" capable of competing with the Boeing 727. In 1987, the first tests were carried out, and the new aircraft made its maiden flight.
The location of seats in the Airbus 320 and their number differs depending on the modification. Today, there are both models for 150 passengers (in the business class, the seats are arranged in two rows, with two seats, and in the economy class there is a 3 + 3 scheme), and liners for 180 people with a single-class cabin. There are also intermediate modifications, so the layout of the seats in the Airbus 320 will be different. Before buying a ticket, be sure to check the model of the specific aircraft on which you are going to travel.
In terms of the best and worst seats in the Airbus 320, we take as an example the 180-passenger model (single-class cab):
- Seats 1 to 29, A and F. These seats are located next to the porthole. Since these seats are located far from the aisle, constantly scurrying flight attendants and other passengers will not bother you.
- 1 through 29, B and E. The seats are further from the porthole, but you can still look through it. They are also at a distance from the passage.
- 1 through 29, C and D. These seats are near the aisle, and in addition, you will have to allow two passengers sitting next to each other. The only advantages are the ability to stretch your legs into the aisle and quick access to the toilet.
- 1 row. If we talk about the advantages of these seats, then first of all it is worth noting that since no one is sitting in front of you, they will not fold back their seat on you either. Row 1 is the first to gain access to drinks and food, and thanks to a decent distance from the seat to the wall, you can stretch your stiff legs without ore. Another advantage is that you are the first to leave the aircraft. Among the disadvantages is the discomfort associated with the fact that the entire flight will have to look at the wall. It is also worth noting that it is on the first row that women with small children most often sit, very few people like such a neighborhood.
- 12 and 13 rows. These places are considered the safest as they are closest to the emergency exit. These rows also have more free space, allowing you to retract your legs. However, very often the seats in these areas do not recline.
- 11 row. The seats are located in front of the emergency exit, which is why they are rarely reclining.
- 29/30 row. The most worst places, as they are closer to the toilet and kitchen than others. Throughout the flight, you will “enjoy” the sounds of the flush tank, slamming doors and other “delights”.
In addition to the Airbus 320, there is also its smaller version A 319. The plane, the layout, the best seats and their features will also be useful.
The number of seats in the aircraft of this model may also differ depending on the modification. This figure ranges from 124 seats(two-class cab) up to 156 seats (one-class). There are dozens of such configurations. To choose the best places, we recommend paying attention to the following nuances:
- From 1 to 5 rows. Most often these are business class seats. There is a little more legroom in the front row, and even very tall people can freely throw one leg over the other. The backrests in Business Class recline more than in the rest of the aircraft. But, just like in the A320, mothers with children most often sit in the front rows, for this there are even special fasteners for baby bassinets.
- 6 row. You practically cannot stretch your legs in this row, but since there will be a wall in front of you, you do not have to fear that someone will throw the back of the chair back on you. Food begins to be served from the 6th row, therefore, from the point of view of access to drinks, this is the most advantageous location. But, there are also disadvantages - the tables are built into the armrests, which makes the seats a little narrower.
- 7 row. The seats in this row are located in front of the emergency exit.
- 8 row, A and F. Inconvenient seats, which are slightly "skewed" towards the hatch. However, there is more legroom in these areas.
- 8 row, B, C and D, E. According to statistics, these are the most comfortable and safest economy class seats. They are located closest to the emergency exit and have plenty of legroom. There are restrictions for these seats; passengers with animals, children, people with disabilities and the elderly are not allowed to sit on the seats.
The worst seats are in the last 21st row, as well as the C and D seats in the 20th row. Here, as in the A320, you will find yourself closer to the toilet, and the last to receive drinks and food.
The А321 model is the largest aircraft in the А320 family, in fact, it is its elongated version, which is distinguished by its high capacity. For this "air train" there is a standard configuration that includes a two-class cabin. The number of passengers is 169 economy class seats and 16 business class seats.
However, you can find other configurations of the A 321. The plane, the layout, the best seats may differ depending on the flight range. For example, for charter flights, a modification is made to increase the number of seats to 220 in Economy Class. To determine which seats are better on this aircraft, consider a standard "Airbus" from Aeroflot.
- From 1 to 7 rows. These are business class seats, however, compared to previous models, they are uncomfortable here. In front of the 1st row there is a wall fencing off the toilet, which does not particularly protect against unwanted sounds. Sitting in row 7, you will hear the noisy Economy Class. Therefore, when traveling in first class, try to choose a seat located in rows 2 to 6.
- 8 row. It is from this row that they start serving drinks in Economy Class. In addition, there is more legroom.
- Row 18. By and large, standard seats are located in this row, however, they are located in close proximity to the toilet.
- 19 row. These are the seats located behind the emergency exit, so there is free space in this row, as well as in 8. Of the minuses, restrooms, the visitors of which will be inconvenient.
- 20 row. Very comfortable and good places... Although not in this zone extra space for the legs, in the 20th row, the chairs are located close to the windows.
The places of the penultimate and last row (30 rows, C and D, as well as 31 rows), as well as in the first two cases, are among the most inconvenient, due to their close location to the restrooms. It is recommended to choose such seats only in a hopeless position.
In custody
As you can see, the seats on the plane, the layout of which must be thoroughly studied by you, can be arranged in different ways. To avoid inconvenience, it is best to choose seats at the front of the aircraft. Seats near the bathroom are the cheapest, but in this area you will suffer from toilet noise and queues that will gather near you. The seats behind the emergency exit are among the most comfortable ones, here you don't risk being next to a crying child or animals, and there will be enough space for tired legs.
The A320 development program was launched in March 1984. The A320 airliner made its first flight on February 22, 1987. It used CFM International CFM56-5A1 engines. After passing flight tests, on February 26, 1988, the JAA (Joint Aviation Authorities) certificate was received and the aircraft began to enter Air France. And the first customer from the United States was the airline "".
The original version, the A320-100, was built in small numbers, but then an improved version of the A320-200 was released. The improvements were mainly related to the increase in the volume of the fuel tanks. The final certification of the A320-200 took place in November 1988. Since then, the A320-200 has grown into a whole family of medium-haul airliners of the Airbus S.A.S consortium, based on which the following models have been produced: A318, A319 and A321.
Many technical innovations were introduced into the aircraft design. The A320 was the first passenger airliner to be equipped with a Fly-by-Wire control system. The advantage of this system is that a computer with a given program controls many parameters of the aircraft, for example, it does not allow overshoot in angle of attack or overload. The airliner has EFIS digital avionics from Thomson CSF. The A320 also uses a relatively high percentage of composite materials compared to previous models.
The A320-200 is powered by two CFMI CFM56-5B or IAE V2500 turbojet engines with thrust from 113 kN to 120 kN each.
Airplane models have different options for installed engines. The serial number of the modification depends on the type of the installed engine. For example: the A320-211 uses CFM56-5A1 motors, and the A320-231 model is equipped with IAE V2500-A1 engines, etc.
Airbus a320 salon
Compared to others aircraft in its class, the A320 has a wider cab, generous cargo space with large doors to facilitate loading and unloading. And low operating and maintenance costs are an attractive factor for low-cost airlines. For example, the American low-cost airline JetBlue Airways Corporation, located in New York, acquired for its air fleet 233 of these machines. Other low cost carriers with significant A320 orders include Britain's EasyJet Company Limited and Malaysian Air Asia.
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Today the Airbus S.A.S company is developing an improved A320 model. New variant The A320 was named A320neo. The New Engine Option program is the final step in the A320 upgrade. The Neo modernization program includes such improvements as: weight reduction, a new, modern interior with an extended luggage compartment. The new airframe will be made using new composite materials. And thanks to the installation of new economical engines CFM International LEAP-X and P&W PW1000G, it is planned to reduce fuel consumption by 10-15 percent.
Compared to the previous A320 models, the new A320neo will produce lower noise levels and lower emissions. The wing of the aircraft will also undergo modifications, in particular the wingtips, which will now have the shape of a shark fin by the standard, the so-called "sharklets". This modification of the wing reduces fuel consumption by 2-3 percent. Thanks to the innovations, it will be possible to increase the flight range by 950 km and increase the carrying capacity.
Airbus A320 specifications:
- Production years: 1987 - our time
- Empty weight: 42100 kg
- Length: 37.57 m
- Height: 11 m
- Swing wings: 31.4 m
- Wing area: 122.6 m2
- Fuselage diameter: 3.95 m
- Cruising speed: 845 km / h (Mach 0.78, 511 mph)
- Maximum speed: 871 km / h (Mach 0.82, 537 mph)
- Range of flight: 6300 km
- Ceiling: 11800 m.
- Takeoff run: 2090 m.
- Path length: 1530 m.
- Interior width: 3.7 m
- Number of passenger seats: 140 -180 seats
- Crew: 2 persons
Airbus A320 video
