United Schedules First A321XLR Routes
The long-range narrowbody will fly to two California cities before entering transatlantic service.
The long-range narrowbody will fly to two California cities before entering transatlantic service.
The airline had expected to announce as many as 13 new long-haul routes.
The long-range single-aisle aircraft is scheduled to begin international service in December.
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.