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American Airlines A321 N581UW in Piedmont retro livery awaits boarding at the gate. This livery pays tribute to the classic Piedmont Airlines.
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Spotter's notes
Retro liveries like this are valued among aviation spotters for their rarity and historical significance. The Piedmont livery recalls one of the classic US carriers absorbed into US Airways, now part of American Airlines.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N581UW
ICAO Type
A321
Model
A321-231
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
American Airlines (Heritage Piedmont Livery)
Airline Code
AAL / AA
Livery
Piedmont heritage (American Airlines retro livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-5B
Thrust
2 x 33,000 lbf (147 kN)
Wingspan
34.10 m
Length
44.51 m
Height
11.76 m
MTOW
93,500 kg
Range
5,950 km
Capacity
220 passengers (max single class, typical 185-200)
Cruise Speed
840 km/h
Noise Rating
Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 (approx. 85-95 dB on takeoff/approach)