Skiathos – Austrian A320 from / to Vienna – landing, taxi, powerblast and take off
Skiathos State Airport “Alexandros Papadiamantis” (IATA code: JSI, ICAO code: LGSK) is located on the Greek island of Skiathos. The airport is named after the writer Alexandros Papadiamantis. The airport is known for the location of its runway. Both ends of the runway are bordered by water. Despite this water limitation, the airport has a 1,628 meter long runway that can accommodate aircraft up to the size of a Boeing 757-200.
The Airbus A320ceo (Current Engine Option) is the classic version of the A320 jet, one of the world’s most successful short- and medium-haul passenger aircraft. It is the origin of the Airbus A320 family, which is now among the most produced commercial aircraft in the world.
Development & Significance
The A320 entered service in 1988 and was one of the first commercial airliners with full fly-by-wire controls, meaning electronic flight controls instead of mechanical linkages – a milestone in aviation technology.
Area of Use
The A320ceo is a medium-sized, twin-engine, narrow-body aircraft for short- and medium-haul flights. It has been operated by hundreds of airlines worldwide and is particularly popular with both scheduled and low-cost carriers.
Technical Specifications (Typical)
Passengers: approx. 140–180 (depending on cabin layout)
Length: approx. 37.6 m
Wingspan: approx. 34.1 m (without sharklets)
Range: approximately 6,000+ km (short- and medium-haul flights)
Cruising Speed: approximately Mach 0.78–0.82 (~830 km/h)
Engines: conventional CFM56 or IAE V2500 turbofans
Production & Successor
A320ceo production continued until 2021, after which it was replaced by the modernized A320neo variant with new, more efficient engines, offering significantly lower fuel consumption and emissions.
Conclusion:
The A320ceo is a proven classic of modern aviation: efficient, reliable, and versatile, suitable for routes ranging from short regional flights to longer connections within Europe and beyond. His design laid the foundation for the successful A320 family, which is now used by thousands of passenger flights daily.
Profile of Austrian Airlines
General Information
Austrian Airlines (also known as “AUA”) is Austria’s largest airline and belongs to the Lufthansa Group. It is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance. ([Austrian Airlines][1])
Headquarters & Hub
* Company headquarters: Vienna
* Main hub: Vienna Airport
* Focus: Connections between Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe ([Austrian Airlines][1])
Route Network
* Over 120 destinations worldwide
* Strong position as a hub carrier in Central and Eastern Europe ([Austrian Airlines][1])
Fleet (as of approx. 2026)
* Approx. 60–70 aircraft
* Short- and medium-haul: Airbus A320 family
* Long-haul: Boeing 767, 777 and modern Boeing 787 “Dreamliner”
* Currently undergoing comprehensive fleet modernization (future focus on Airbus A320 + Boeing 787) ([Austrian Airlines AG][2])
Employees & Operations
* Approx. 6,000 employees
* Approx. 300+ flights daily ([Austrian Airlines] [Austrian Airlines AG][3])
History (brief)
* Roots date back to the 1920s
* Re-establishment of the modern airline after 1955
* Part of the Lufthansa Group since 2009 ([Austrian Airlines AG][4])
Positioning & Special Features
* Austria’s “home airline” with a focus on service quality
* Multiple awards (including SKYTRAX for best service in Europe) ([Austrian Airlines][1])
* Goal: significant reduction of CO2 emissions by 2030 and climate neutrality by 2050 ([Austrian Airlines][1])
Austrian Airlines is a long-established network airline with a strong hub in Vienna. Within the Lufthansa Group, it primarily plays the role of an important link between Western, Central, and Eastern Europe and is currently undergoing intensive fleet modernization.