Airbus A320neo family facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Airbus A320neo family A319neo/A320neo/A321neo
Airbus A320neo during its first flight
Role	Narrow-body jet airliner
National origin	Multi-country
Manufacturer	Airbus
First flight	September 25, 2014
Status	In commercial service
Number built	71
Unit cost	A319neo: US$97.5 million, approx. €89.9 million (2015) A320neo: US$106.2 million, approx. €97.9 million (2015) A321neo: US$124.4 million, approx. €114.7 million (2015)
Developed from	Airbus A320 family

A LATAM Airbus A320neo plane from 2016.

The Airbus A320neo family is a group of modern airplanes made by the European company Airbus. The letters "neo" mean "New Engine Option." These planes are an updated version of the popular Airbus A320 family. They are designed to be more fuel-efficient and quieter. The A320neo planes can carry between 160 and 240 passengers. The very first A320neo plane flew on September 25, 2014.

What is the A320neo Family?

The A320neo family includes three main types of planes. These are the A319neo, A320neo, and A321neo. They are all narrow-body jet airliners. This means they have a single aisle inside. These planes are built by Airbus, a big aerospace company.

Why "New Engine Option"?

The "neo" in A320neo stands for "New Engine Option." This is the most important change. These planes use newer, more advanced engines. These engines help the planes use less fuel. They also make less noise. This is good for the environment and for people living near airports.

Better Engines for Better Flights

Airlines can choose between two types of new engines. These are the CFM LEAP-1A and the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G. Both engines are designed to be very efficient. They help airlines save money on fuel. This also makes flights more affordable.

How is it Different from the Old A320?

The A320neo family looks a lot like the original Airbus A320 family. But it has some key differences. The new engines are a big one. Another change is the "sharklets" on the wingtips. These are tall, curved tips on the wings. They help the plane fly more smoothly. They also save even more fuel.

More Passengers and Longer Flights

The A320neo planes can carry more passengers. They also have a longer flight range. This means they can fly further without stopping. The A321neo, for example, can fly very long distances. It can even cross oceans. This makes it useful for many different routes.

When Did it Start Flying?

The first A320neo plane made its first flight on September 25, 2014. This was a big moment for Airbus. After many tests, the planes began carrying passengers. Lufthansa was the first airline to use the A320neo. This happened in early 2016.

Who Uses the A320neo?

Many airlines around the world use the A320neo family. IndiGo Airlines is currently the largest operator. This means they have the most A320neo planes. Other airlines like Qatar Airways, Virgin America, and Hawaiian Airlines also fly them.

Images for kids

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  The wing sharklet of an A320neo aircraft. These sharklets are also optional add-ons for the classic A320 family.

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  Celebrating the 25 September 2014 first flight with flags from the cockpit

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  Qatar Airways A320neos waiting for their engines.

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  Lufthansa confirms the 16% fuel savings but temporarily blocked the last seating row due to centre-of-gravity concerns

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  An A319neo prototype in flight.

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  An Airbus A320neo prototype

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  Lufthansa was the first to fly the A320neo in early 2016

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  An A321neo prototype with the original exit configuration of four door pairs

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  Virgin America received the first A321neo and put it into service in May 2017.

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  Hawaiian Airlines' A321neos were delivered late.

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  Arkia received the first A321LR on 13 November 2018, with a black windshield frame.

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  Airbus A320neo Corporate Jet at Hamburg Finkenwerder after performing its first flight

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  The CFM LEAP nacelle

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  The PW1100G nacelle

See also

In Spanish: Familia Airbus A320neo para niños