Airbus A320neo
The Real Aircraft
The Airbus A320neo (new engine option) is an updated version of the immensely successful A320 family, featuring new engines and wingtip sharklets for improved fuel efficiency. It’s one of the best-selling aircraft in commercial aviation history.
Key Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Airbus
- First Flight: September 25, 2014
- Introduction: January 2016 (Lufthansa)
- Type: Twin-engine narrow-body airliner
- Engines: 2× CFM LEAP-1A or PW1100G (24,500-32,000 lbf)
- Cruise Speed: Mach 0.78 (840 km/h)
- Range: 6,300 km (3,400 nmi)
- Passengers: 150-194
The neo variants offer 15-20% better fuel efficiency than the previous generation. With thousands of orders, the A320neo family secures Airbus’s position in the narrow-body market for decades to come.
The Simulation
The FlyByWire A32NX is a free, open-source modification that transforms the default MSFS A320neo into a study-level simulation rivaling payware products.
Features:
- Custom Fly-By-Wire: Authentic Airbus flight control laws
- Advanced MCDU/FMS: Full flight management with SIDs, STARs, and approaches
- Realistic Systems: Hydraulics, electrical, bleed air, pressurization
- Custom Autopilot: True Airbus autopilot behavior
- Free and Open Source: Community-developed with regular updates
- flyPadOS 3 EFB: Comprehensive tablet for flight planning
- Compatible with MSFS 2020/2024
Developer: FlyByWire Simulations
Developer
FlyByWire Simulations is a volunteer community creating high-quality free aircraft for MSFS.
See Also
- Fenix A320 - Premium A320 alternative
- FlyByWire A380X - FBW’s super jumbo project