{"id":66570,"date":"2024-07-19T19:34:48","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T14:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=66570"},"modified":"2024-07-19T19:34:53","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T14:04:53","slug":"airbus-a321xlr-easa-type-certification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/07\/19\/airbus-a321xlr-easa-type-certification\/","title":{"rendered":"Airbus Gets EASA Type Certification for New A321XLR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

TOULOUSE-<\/strong> European plane maker, Airbus <\/a>A321XLR received Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Today (July 19, 2024). This certification prepares the aircraft for entry into service (EIS) by late summer 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EASA Executive Director Florian Guillermet presented the Type Certificate to A321XLR Chief Engineer Isabelle Bloy. The certification applies to the CFM LEAP-1A engine version. Pratt & Whitney engine certification will follow later in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Airbus A321XLR EASA Type Certification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Christian Scherer, CEO of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, emphasized the A321XLR’s <\/a>market value. The aircraft enables new direct routes and offers growth opportunities for airlines and passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christian Scherer, CEO of the Commercial Aircraft business of Airbus <\/strong>stated,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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. It is quintessential Airbus!\u201d<\/p>Christian Scherer, CEO of the Commercial Aircraft business of Airbus <\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The A321XLR provides efficiency through commonality with the A320\/A321 product range. Its versatile cabin allows for unique service possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airbus will now focus on preparing the A321XLR for its first commercial missions. The company plans to support customers in integrating the aircraft into their fleets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This certification marks a significant milestone in Airbus’s long-range, single-aisle aircraft development. It positions the A321XLR to potentially reshape medium-haul air travel markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Narrowbody Jet in the Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Airbus A321XLR offers airlines the flexibility to operate alongside widebody aircraft. It can add capacity, open new routes, or maintain existing ones during variable demand periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The A321XLR burns 30% less fuel per seat compared to previous-generation competitor aircraft. It operates at approximately half the trip cost of modern widebodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airbus designed the A321XLR with a new Airspace cabin, providing long-haul comfort across all classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aircraft completed its maiden flight in June 2022. Airbus then conducted an extensive test program using three test aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As of July 2024, airlines have ordered over 500 A321XLRs.<\/strong> This high order number indicates strong market interest in the aircraft’s capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wizz Air and IndiGo Plans with A321XLR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wizz Air (W6)<\/a>, a Hungary-based ultra-low-cost carrier, plans to enter the Indian market in 2025. The airline aims to connect European cities with Indian destinations at competitive prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CEO Jozsef Varadi identified high air travel costs between Europe and India as a major barrier for the Indian diaspora. Wizz Air seeks to address this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The airline will use Airbus A321XLR aircraft, joining its fleet in early 2025, to offer non-stop services. These flights will cover the distance in about 8 to 8.5 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wizz Air targets an average one-way fare of 200 euros (over 18,000 Indian Rupees), with potential fares below 100 euros. The airline is in talks with Indian and European regulators to launch operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IndiGo (6E)<\/a>, India’s leading airline with over 60% domestic market share, plans to incorporate the Airbus A321XLR into its fleet around 2025. This addition aims to boost IndiGo’s international presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CEO Pieter Elbers announced IndiGo’s goal to double in size by 2030. The airline will add new domestic and international routes to achieve this growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The A321XLR will allow IndiGo to expand its reach to European and Asian destinations. Elbers specifically mentioned Athens, Seoul, and Rome as potential new cities in IndiGo’s network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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