(22/07/24)
The Airbus A321XLR powered by CFM LEAP-1A
engines has received Type Certification from the European Union
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), paving the way for the aircraft’s
entry-into-service at the end of summer.
After its maiden flight in
June 2022, three test A321XLR aircraft have completed an extensive test programme.
Certification of the Pratt & Whitney engine
version is slated for later this year.
Florian Guillermet (left), Executive Director of EASA, with Isabelle Bloy, Airbus A321XLR Chief Engineer. Picture: EASA
“Here comes the A321XLR, a differentiated product
that brings new value to the market, expanding the possibilities
for our airline customers and passengers. With its long range, the
A321XLR enables a host of new direct routes, offering natural
growth opportunities to our customers and the travelling public.
It provides airlines with the efficiency of commonality inside the
A320/A321 product range and its versatile cabin a range of service
possibilities that are just unique,”
said Christian Scherer, CEO of the Commercial Aircraft business of
Airbus. “With the certification, we have reached a key milestone.
The next step is to prepare the aircraft for its first commercial
missions with customers worldwide. We look forward to working with
XLR customers to support the integration of the aircraft in their
fleets.”
The A321XLR introduces the flexibility to add capacity, open new routes,
and even to continue operating existing widebody routes
when demand is variable.
Airbus states that the aircraft burns 30% less fuel per seat
than previous generation competitor aircraft, and has roughly half
the trip cost of modern widebodies.
More than 500 Airbus
A321XLRs have been ordered.
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