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In a recent development, Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), has issued a stark warning that the conglomerate could scrap plans to allocate its new A321-200NY(XLR) aircraft to Aer Lingus if a wage agreement with its pilots fails to materialize. This standoff underscores the growing tensions between the airline and its pilots over [...]
Airbus has postponed the entry into service of its A321XLR to the second half of this year. Initially planned for the end of 2023, the delay is necessary to meet certification requirements. The A321XLR features a unique 12,900-liter Rear Center Tank (RCT) located just aft of the wing. The airframer aims to achieve a first [...]
American Airlines has adjusted its aircraft delivery plans, deferring the receipt of ten Boeing 787-9s originally slated for 2024 and 2025 to 2028 or later, according to the airline's quarterly report. The move is part of American Airlines' ongoing assessment of its delivery schedules, with a focus on aligning deliveries with anticipated demand and growth [...]
Airbus' newest and longest-range single-aisle jet, the A321XLR, is undergoing a series of international test flights to demonstrate its performance and reliability before entering service in 2024. The aircraft, which can fly up to 4,700 nautical miles (8,700 km) non-stop, is expected to open new routes and markets for airlines around the world. One of [...]
Airbus has opened a new automated A321XLR equipping hangar in Hamburg. The new hangar will continue the modernisation and digitisation of Airbus’ industrial system and expand its capacity for the upped rate of the A320 programme to 75 in 2026. The hangar has 9,600 m2 of production space where the components of rear fuselages of [...]
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has outlined requirements that could potentially affect the range of the Airbus A321XLR, which is yet to be certified. These regulations aim to enhance safety by adding protective measures to the rear center tank (RCT) located below the cabin floor. As a result, the A321XLR's range of 4,700 [...]
The highly anticipated Airbus A321XLR, initially designed with a range of 4,700 miles, is encountering challenges due to a new fuel tank safety feature. The safety considerations by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) could potentially limit the aircraft's range to 3,800 miles, which has raised concerns among airlines and industry observers. As an [...]
Icelandair has become Airbus’ newest customer with an order for 13 A321XLR aircraft. Icelandair, the main Icelandic airline based in Keflavík, also confirmed on July 6, 2023, that the carrier plans to lease four A321LRs. Icelandair signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the 13 A321XLR aircraft in April 2023. While Icelandair will [...]
The Airbus A321XLR is set to revolutionize the airline industry with its exceptional capabilities. As the latest narrowbody airliner from Airbus, it is designed to fly nonstop for up to 11 hours, opening up new routes and connecting city pairs that were previously considered uneconomical. Airlines around the world are recognizing the immense potential of [...]
United Airlines has recently made an important decision regarding its aircraft fleet. The airline announced that it will be utilizing the PW1100G engine, developed by Pratt & Whitney, for its upcoming order of 70 Airbus A321neo and 50 A321XLR aircraft. The arrival of the carrier's first A321neos is scheduled for 2023, and after a careful [...]
