Airbus A320s in General

[NOTAR520AC]

I will be flying jetBlue this March, and it will be my first Airbus flight. What are the A320's like to fly in? How's noise, cabin architecture, etc.?

Thanks,
Justin

[Fly_Southwest]

I fly to Phoenix every year (visit my Aunt in Scottsdale :wink: ) and the last three times I have taken Airbus A320's. I personally don't want a flamewar, prefer them over 737's. I find the cabin to be very comfortable and to be quieter. The architecture is basically the same as the 737, 3x3 seating but with two overwing exits.

Hope you enjoy your trip!

[LAN340]

Hey. I flew on UA's 979 and 978 (LAX-MEX-LAX)

Its a pretty cool plane. I like the windows for some odd reason..i dunno.

I didnt really notice any noise like i did on my HP flight from PHX to ONT but ya never know. The 320 we were on seemed pretty comfortable n clean.

Cabin tech...well its 6 abreast seating with three on each side of the plane. the overhead bins are the newer type (dunno if i can explain)

Overall, it was a pretty nice flight for a 4 hour plane ride.

Chris

[NOTAR520AC]

Cool. Thanks guys. Shoot me a PM next time you come down, Patrick.

[Fly_Southwest]

Cool. Thanks guys. Shoot me a PM next time you come down, Patrick.

You got a PM :)

[ACman]

NTORNEIHWOIN89807, The plane is a sweet flight, very smooth, and quiet. You will enjoy yourself!

[UA-F9 Guy]

Great planes, i have taken a 320 on UA and TED. Just expect some weird noises around your initial decent and after take offs, those hydraulic rams or whatever they are can make some weird noises.

[wannabepilot777]

A320 is a nice plane. It has the 737 beat on noise in the cabin. The thing is, it is a very underpowered feeling from my expeirence. When I flew one of them from JFK and I didn't have a window, I didn't know we were on our TO roll until I felt us rotate. They really do a nice job as far as smoothness goes. Personally, I like to KNOW I am in an airplane.

[Simpleboy]

A320 is a nice plane. It has the 737 beat on noise in the cabin. The thing is, it is a very underpowered feeling from my expeirence. When I flew one of them from JFK and I didn't have a window, I didn't know we were on our TO roll until I felt us rotate. They really do a nice job as far as smoothness goes. Personally, I like to KNOW I am in an airplane.

I generally know im in it when i step off the airbridge and see the air stewardess. If i dont catch on then, i should find out when i look at my ticket to see what seat im on and see the airlines name on it (Last time i checked, AirNZ And Qantas dont drive buses to LA). If I havent caught on by then maybe when i look out the window and see a wing. Usually I catch on when we start flying.

[wannabepilot777]

I generally know im in it when i step off the airbridge and see the air stewardess. If i dont catch on then, i should find out when i look at my ticket to see what seat im on and see the airlines name on it (Last time i checked, AirNZ And Qantas dont drive buses to LA). If I havent caught on by then maybe when i look out the window and see a wing. Usually I catch on when we start flying.
I guess I set myself up for that, but what i meant was you don't get as much acceleration feeling in an A320.

[ACman]

The 320 is wider than a 737.

[seventwo]

You'll find the seats somewhat better. The windows are awefull, just small in a way. I don't like the shape much either, but that opinion. I would say the noise is lower than the 737, which is good if you don't like noise. The noise it does make sounds more like a bus that a plane (no pun intended.)
The size difference is about an inch per seat.

[Chris@YYZ]

as far as external looks go I prefer the 737, but for interior comfort, I really dont care, but the A320 feels more "modern" to me

[Genessee]

As a passenger I like the A320. I found the cabin to be fairly roomy, with a decent amount of leg room (I'm about 6.6ft/6.7ft). The windows were a little low and I had to crouch down a little to get a good view.

I should also note that my experience with A320's is limited to Air Canada.

[ExpressJet145]

I prefer the Airbus A319/320/321 series over the 737 series, classic and NG. Wider, extremely quiet... and higher off the ground. Makes me feel more elite sitting that high up :-). Nice ride too. Im not PRO Airbus, nor am I PRO Boeing, but this is what I choose. Enjoy your flight, Im about to have a Boe/Bus trip Monday on the one and only USAirways. PVD-PHL 733, PHL-TPA A321. Cant wait! :)

[wannabepilot777]

Makes me feel more elite sitting that high up :-). They say that is a reason why man with a small penis likes SUVs. I think we learn something about a member each day. :smilewin:

[screaming_emu]

They say that is a reason why man with a small penis likes SUVs. I think we learn something about a member each day. :smilewin:

so what you're saying is that you drive a hummer?

[ExpressJet145]

They say that is a reason why man with a small penis likes SUVs. I think we learn something about a member each day. :smilewin:
*Slaps you over the head with it* SMAAAAAAAACK. :nod:

[sensrule]

Ive always liked flying any of the Airbus narrowbodies (with the exception of the AC321). A very comfortable and smooth ride. Very comprable to the 737.

[StifflerClause]

If you sit just in front of the engines, you will have to deal with an obnoxious whine/roar for a while.. other thern that, it is ok.. for an Airbus..

Chris

[ATrude777]

The 320 is wider than a 737.
Only by a few inches, im biased im boeing all the way. but iv never flown an A320 or any airbus for that matter. so i dont want to comment until iv flown one. but for now i like the 737
Alex