N955NK

This airframe, bearing tail number N955NK, is an Airbus A320-271N (A320neo) with manufacturer serial number 10812 built in 2022. It is owned and operated by Spirit Airlines, a United States–based corporation, and is registered in the US. Delivered to Spirit in 2022, the aircraft entered service as part of the carrier’s modern, high-density fleet expansion; valuation and condition assessments list the airframe at approximately $54,000,000, reflecting a late-production A320neo in active commercial service.

The airframe is fitted with an Airspace-style single-aisle cabin, and as operated by Spirit Airlines it typically carries a high-density single-class layout according to operator-specific fit standards. The flightdeck carries the standard Airbus A320 family avionics suite, supporting modern flight management and common pilot type rating procedures within the A320 family. In airline service the aircraft is used on short- to medium-haul trunk and point-to-point routes consistent with a 3,400 nm capability and a cruise speed near 470 kts, emphasizing high daily utilization and rapid turnarounds. Maintenance considerations follow Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM engine practices and A320neo airframe support programs typical for U.S.-based low-cost carriers.

The Airbus A320-271N (A320neo) occupies the single-aisle, medium-range market niche aimed at replacing older narrowbodies and improving fuel efficiency with geared turbofan engines like the PW1100G-JM. It competes directly with current narrowbody types offering re-engined efficiency and similar mission capability; demand among low-cost and legacy carriers remains strong for fleet replacement and growth. Resale and maintenance outlooks for this airframe type consider common A320 family avionics and the PW1100G engine lifecycle, while the aircraft’s late-build year (2022) supports favorable residual value and long-term operational viability.