Which is better A320neo or 737 Max?
Looking at the specifics, we can see that the Boeing 737 MAX beats the A320 with a higher max payload (46,040 lb vs 44,100 lb) and a higher thrust power. The 737 MAX 9 can also be reconfigured into a super-dense 220-seater variant (or in the case of the MAX 8, a 200-seater for Ryanair).
What is the main difference between a Boeing 737 and an Airbus A320?
Aside from the nose, the most noticeable difference, at least from the outside, can be found in the flight deck windows. The Boeing’s windows slant downwards as they wrap around the nose, while the Airbus has straighter, more rounded windows. The cockpit windows on the 737 slant downwards.
Is the A320 or 737 safer?
The Boeing 737 has an accident rate of approximately 1 in 16 million flight hours whilst the A320 is very slightly lower at 1 in 14 million flight hours. To put it in perspective, you are far more likely to be involved in a car crash than a plane crash.
Is the A320 neo safe?
FAA and EASA warn of Airbus A320neo unsafe condition. A biocide, which was used to combat microbiological contaminations inside fuel tanks, was found to adversely affect the safety of operations of the Airbus A320neo family. The issues, however, affect many other aircraft as well.
What is Neo in A320?
The A320neo family (neo for “new engine option”) is based on the previous A319, A320 and A321 (enhanced variant), which was renamed A320ceo, for “current engine option”.
How does the Airbus A320neo compare to the Boeing 737 MAX 9?
With a top-down perspective, we can see that the Airbus A320neo carries two more passengers than the 737 Max 9, which in turn flies 50 nmi more than the Airbus. This makes a comparison on range or passengers almost inconsequential and really showcases just how tight the competition is.
What happened to Qatar’s Airbus A320neos?
Qatar Airways has announced it is swapping the engine options of its new A320neo family aircraft. The Middle Eastern carrier has chosen the engine of CFM International over the Pratt & Whitney option. Reports Flight Global, two years ago Qatar Airways systemically disbanded its order of 50 A320neos.
Which airlines are leading the orders for the Airbus A320neo?
However, by the end of 2018, the A320 family was still behind the 737 MAX by 400 orders. India-based low-cost carrier, IndiGo is spearheading the orders for the Airbus A320neo aircraft. Photo: Getty Images The aftermath of the 737 MAX accidents and groundings eventually caught up with Boeing and impacted its reputation.
What is the difference between 737-9 MAX and A321 Max?
Finally, the 737-9 MAX has the same range as -8 MAX, while the actual range (not advertised) of the A321 is estimated at 3,650nm (6,759 km). Both of them can comfortably operate all of their missions with full loads.