Airbus A319 — flights, routes and airlines

Frequently asked questions

Is the Airbus A319 safe?

The A319 has an excellent safety record. As of 2025 no fatal hull-loss accident specific to the A319 variant has been confirmed across its 30-year service life. Incidents involving the broader A320 family that have sometimes been attributed to the A319 typically involved other variants (A320-200 or A321). The type's safety profile is consistent with the A320 family standard.

How many fatal Airbus A319 accidents have there been?

As of 2025, no fatal hull-loss crash is confirmed specifically for the A319 variant, making it one of very few commercial aircraft types to complete three decades of service without a fatal crash directly attributed to the airframe. Some hull losses involving the broader A320 family have affected A319-registered aircraft but the A319 has not been destroyed in a crash causing passenger fatalities.

Which airline has the largest A319 fleet?

American Airlines operates the world's largest A319 fleet with over 130 aircraft as of late 2025. United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are the next-largest US operators with around 80 and 57 aircraft respectively. easyJet is one of the largest European A319 operators.

What's the difference between the A319 and A320?

The A319 is 3.77 metres shorter than the A320, seating 124-156 passengers versus 150-180 for the A320. Both share the same cockpit and type rating (pilots can fly both on a single licence endorsement). The A319 trades about 30 seats for marginally better range and the ability to serve thinner routes and shorter runways more economically.

How many seats does an Airbus A319 have?

The A319 typically seats 124-156 passengers depending on configuration. Most two-class layouts seat around 128-138 passengers, while high-density single-class charter layouts can reach 156. The A319CJ corporate variant is usually fitted for 8-50 passengers in premium configurations.

When was the Airbus A319 introduced?

The A319 made its first flight on 25 March 1995 and entered commercial service with Swissair in April 1996. The A319neo (new engine option) entered service with launch customer easyJet in May 2018. Cumulative orders for the A319 family exceed 1,500 aircraft.