American Turns to A321XLR Amid Long-Haul Cuts
The carrier is shifting more transatlantic flying to its new narrowbody jet while reducing some international service this winter.
The carrier is shifting more transatlantic flying to its new narrowbody jet while reducing some international service this winter.
Carrier eyes new premium transcon markets as A321XLR adds network flexibility.
Carrier highlights premium cabin features and early route plans as the aircraft moves toward service entry.
The aircraft will be used for a brief window next fall.
The long-range narrowbody will debut on transatlantic service next year.
The airline expects to have the aircraft in full commercial service by the summer of 2026.
Air Canada will inaugurate its first Airbus A321XLR with nonstop service to the popular tourist destination of Mallorca, Spain.
American already has a pilot base for the A320 family in New York, though it is limited to domestic flights. It covers flights from JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark.
Delivery of the longer-range narrowbody aircraft was initially slated for 2023, but has since been delayed following the airline’s 2019 order.
Greek flag carrier Aegean Airlines has placed an order for two new Airbus A321XLRs, which it plans to use on long-haul flights to India.