The Airbus A321XLR is an incredible aircraft. It boasts an extended range compared to its normal A321 siblings and maintains a similar capacity. In other words, its economics are significantly more favorable than those of a widebody on long-haul routes. It is perfectly suited for long and thin routes, that is, those with perhaps insufficient demand for regular widebody service.

It is an easy plane to fill, therefore. With less capacity and generally lower per-seat fuel burn, its ability to fly these routes successfully is unmatched. However, as with any plane, it comes with its own risks. These are often undiscussed, simply because the benefits outweigh the drawbacks by a margin—and I am not looking to dispute that.

Theoretical Range Vs Real Range

The main appeal of the A321XLR is,

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