Wizz Air gets go-ahead for transatlantic flights between UK and US
Wizz Air has been given the go-ahead to launch transatlantic flights between the United Kingdom (UK) and the…
Airbus A321XLR
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Learn about the Airbus A321XLR (Extra Long Range), the longest-range variant of the Airbus A320 family designed for long-haul flights.
Qantas receives fourth A321XLR aircraft in ongoing fleet modernization push
Qantas has taken delivery of its fourth Airbus A321XLR, with the aircraft arriving in Brisbane on the weekend…
American Airlines confirms upcoming A321neos to be powered by LEAP-1A engines
American Airlines has confirmed that its upcoming Airbus A321neos will continue to be powered by the CFM International’s…
Air India orders 30 extra Boeing 737 MAXs, converts Airbus A321neos into XLRs
Air India has kicked off the first day of Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad with a host of…
Qanot Sharq becomes first Airbus A321XLR operator in Central Asia
Qanot Sharq has become the first Airbus A321XLR operator in Central Asia and the Commonwealth of Independent States…
American Airlines debuts A321XLR, announces 15 new routes for 2026 expansion
American Airlines operated its first Airbus A321XLR flight on December 18, 2025, thereby becoming the first US carrier…
Wizz Air CEO talks XLR, business class trial and how the airline got its name
At the unveiling of Wizz Air’s 250th aircraft in Budapest, AeroTime had the opportunity to speak briefly with…
Qantas unveils Economy Plus for roomier seats on A321XLR, A220, 737s
Qantas has announced the launch of a new cabin product called ‘Economy Plus’ to start February 2026, offering…
American Airlines welcomes first US-based Airbus A321XLR, confirms first route
The first US-based Airbus A321XLR has landed at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to join the American…
Qantas launches flights with first 2 Airbus A321XLRs in Asia-Pacific region
Qantas has begun commercial operations with its first pair of Airbus A321XLRs, becoming the first airline in the…
Aer Lingus expands transatlantic network with new Raleigh-Durham link
On September 17, 2025, Irish carrier Aer Lingus announced plans for its largest-ever transatlantic summer schedule for 2026.…
First two Qantas Airbus A321XLRs to enter commercial service late September 2025
Australian flag carrier Qantas has announced that it has now fixed the entry-into-service dates and has begun taking…
Qantas posts 28% FY25 profit growth, expands fleet with 20 A321XLR aircraft
Qantas Group announced a 28% rise in profit after tax for the financial year 2025 (FY25) and shared…
New Zealand unveils $2.7B defense upgrade with new Seahawks and Airbus A321XLRs
The New Zealand government has revealed plans for new military spending totaling NZ$2.7 billion (US$1.6 billion) to replace…
Iberia confirms ‘large bird’ damaged newest Airbus A321XLR during flight
An Iberia Airbus A321XLR that was delivered to the airline just over a month ago was damaged during…
AirAsia signs for up to 70 Airbus A321XLR in multi-billion-dollar Paris deal
AirAsia has signed a $12.25 billion deal with Airbus to purchase 50 A321XLRs with options for 20 more…
Qantas’ first A321XLR arrives in Sydney after long intercontinental journey
Qantas’ first A321XLR has touched down at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) after departing from Airbus’ facilities…
Airbus to present an A321XLR in full Riyadh Air livery at Paris Air Show 2025
As part of its presence at the upcoming Paris Air Show 2025 being held at Paris-Le Bourget Airport…