The A320 Family

The Airbus A320 family is more than just an aircraft series-it is the machine that redefined modern aviation. From its groundbreaking fly-by-wire controls to its unmatched production milestones, the A320 has transformed the way the world flies. With over 11,000 aircraft delivered and thousands more on order, it is the backbone of airlines across every continent, equally at home with low-cost giants and full-service flag carriers. This book charts the full journey of the A320 family, from its origins as Airbus's gamble to break Boeing's dominance, to its evolution into the world's most successful narrow-body jet. It covers every aspect of its impact: technological leaps in the cockpit, improved passenger experiences, military and corporate applications, and its adaptability in times of crisis. With detailed accounts of orders, milestones, and global operators, the book also shows how the A320 family became not just a commercial success but a symbol of accessible, sustainable, and flexible air travel. It is the definitive chronicle of the aircraft that blurred the line between narrow-body and wide-body capabilities, and continues to shape the future of flight.