N985NK

This airframe, registered as N985NK, is an Airbus-built single-aisle jet delivered in 2023 with manufacturer serial number 11606. It was manufactured by Airbus S.A.S. and is held in trust by BANK OF UTAH TRUSTEE, a corporate owner based in Salt Lake City, UT, US, and carries a United States registration (US). The entry in the registry reflects a recent production build of the A320neo family and, as a relatively new delivery, presents a modern configuration and engine option consistent with current airline high-density deployments. No operator transitions beyond trust ownership are published in the supplied data.

The airframe is outfitted with a single-class high-density economy cabin of approximately 190 seats tailored for ultra-low-cost operations, prioritizing passenger capacity over premium amenities. Typical mission profiles for this configuration emphasize short- to medium-haul point-to-point services where high seat count and turnaround efficiency are primary requirements. While specific avionics fit and operator maintenance records are not published in the supplied data, the PW1127G-JM geared turbofan installation implies improved fuel efficiency and lower noise compared with previous-generation engines, influencing maintenance planning and part-line commonality considerations. The trustee ownership structure suggests the aircraft may be leased or subleased to commercial operators operating from U.S. bases.

The Airbus A320-271N is a member of the A320neo family positioned for dense single-aisle operations, combining the airframe commonality of the A320 line with newer, more efficient powerplants. In market terms it competes directly with updated narrowbodies such as Boeing 737 MAX variants for low-cost carriers seeking lower trip costs and higher seat-mile economics. Demand drivers for this configuration include airlines and lessors focused on high-density short- and medium-range networks; resale and maintenance considerations favor operators with strong heavy-check programs and access to spares pools for the PW1000G-series engines.