GTF powered A321XLR receives FAA certification
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Interesting A320neo Family engine choice trends
There’s an interesting trend in the Airbus single-aisle deliveries. From the start, A320neo deliveries favored the CFM LEAP. Since 2023, the Pratt & Whitney GTF has seen a steep decline. .But, as readers know, the A320neo story has been evolving. …
First A321XLR delivery completed. Now what?
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Aer Lingus, Indianapolis and the A321XLR
On Monday, Aer Lingus announced it plans to serve Indianapolis with its new A321XLR. This route is 5,983km or 3,717 miles. A few questions arise from this news. Is this a good market? Is this the optimal aircraft? And, of…
United Airlines’ A321neo lease update implications
Today, news emerged that SMBC is the lessor for 20 A321neos ordered by United Airlines in April this year. The aircraft are from SMBC’s earlier order, with deliveries slated from 206 to 2027. This deal accounts for some of the 35…
Long range single-aisles – mirage or real?
Last week at the Farnborough Airshow, Airbus’ A321XLR made its debut. It was very quiet and looked like any other A321. The long-range tanks behind the wing are only noted by aviation geeks. With 550 on order, Airbus is confident…