N664AV

This article concerns airframe N664AV, an Airbus A320-214 completed in 2008 with manufacturer serial number 3664. The airframe is owned by Avianca S.A., a corporation based in Bogotá, Colombia, while bearing a US registration — a notable administrative configuration that has implications for regulatory oversight and operational crewing. The aircraft is equipped and maintained to the standards of its corporate operator and has been deployed on trunk domestic and regional international services consistent with its range and seating density. Registered in the United States despite ownership by a Bogotá-based carrier is a distinguishing administrative feature of this particular airframe.

The aircraft is fitted in a two-class cabin configuration as reported in published fleet data, with approximately 12 business seats and 168 economy seats, supporting higher-density trunk operations. With a typical cruise of 447 kts and a maximum range of 3,300 nm, N664AV is suited to short- to medium-haul international and high-frequency domestic routes operated from its owner’s primary market. The twin CFM56-5B4/P engines are ubiquitous across the A320ceo family, simplifying maintenance logistics for operators that have an established CFM supply chain. Published operator layouts indicate a focus on revenue seat density rather than ultra-premium amenities, consistent with Avianca’s network role.

As an Airbus A320-214, this airframe belongs to the A320ceo family, a narrow-body segment widely used for short- to medium-haul operations and competing primarily with the Boeing 737-800 in airline fleets worldwide. With a full-passenger complement around 180 seats and common CFM56 powerplants, the type occupies a robust demand niche for replacement and growth aircraft among legacy and low-cost carriers. At a 2008 build year, maintenance and resale considerations for N664AV center on airframe hours, CFM56 shop visit status, and commonality with fleet components; its US registration combined with South American ownership can influence marketability, regulatory transfer processes, and lease considerations.