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Airbus delivers first A321neo to Jetstar Airways

Airbus delivers first A321neo to Jetstar Airways.
The A321’s widest cross-section in the single-aisle jetliner category enables airlines to utilize the Airbus standard of 18-inch-wide seats, giving passengers an even more comfortable flight.

The delivered A321neo aircraft is the first of 38 A320neo Family aircraft for Jetstar, comprising 18 A321neo and 20 A321XLR.

Jetstar Airways, an Australian low fares airline recently received the delivery of a solo A321neo Aircraft from Airbus. The aircraft is the first of 38 A320neo Family aircraft for Jetstar, comprising 18 A321neo and 20 A321XLR. These aircrafts are part of a larger backlog of single-aisle aircraft ordered by the Qantas Group, which now stands at 149 aircraft. Jetstar Airways is a part of Australia’s largest airline by fleet, the Qantas Group.

The newly delivered A321neo aircraft to Jetstar is fitted with an additional fuel tank, which will enable the aircraft to fly between all destinations on its domestic network, as well as to South East Asia, including the popular leisure destination of Bali.

Features of Jetstar the new A321neo

  • Featuring the airline’s refreshed livery, the aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines and configured in a single class layout with 232 seats.
  • The cabin features extra-large Airspace overhead bins offering a 40% increase in volume, USB ports and tablet holders at every seat and the latest lighting system for an overall enhanced passenger experience.

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The A321neo is the longest-fuselage member of Airbus’ best-selling, single-aisle A320 Family, comfortably seating 180 to 220 passengers in a typical two-class interior layout, and as many as 244 in a higher-density arrangement. As of June 2022, the A320neo Family has received more than 8,000 firm orders from over 130 customers worldwide.