Can an A320 fly for 8 hours?
A320s are traditionally flown on routes ranging from 45 minutes, right up to 6 hours. The maximum for the A320 without passengers on board is around 8 hours/ 3,570–4,320 miles (3,100–3,750 nmi). The A320 family of aircraft has flown over 100 million hours with an excellent safety record. The A320 has a low accident rate and a high reliability rate.