Aircraft

A distant shot of an Airbus A321, climbing into cloudy skies, likely in British Airways livery.

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📝 Spotter's notes

This distant photo makes identification challenging, but the aircraft's proportions, engine position, and characteristic tail strongly suggest an A321.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type A321
Model A321
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Likely British Airways (tail fin resembles BA livery)
Airline Code BAW / BA
Livery Standard airline (likely British Airways, based on tail colors)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Thrust 133–147 kN (per engine, typical for A321 CFM56 or IAE V2500)
Wingspan 35.8 m
Length 44.5 m
Height 11.8 m
MTOW 89,000 kg
Range 5,950 km (standard A321CEO)
Capacity 185-236 passengers (depending on configuration)
Cruise Speed 840 km/h
Noise Rating 78-85 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

📷 Camera

Device iPhone