150-Seat United Airbus A321XLR Joins Fleet, With New Polaris Seats, Snack Bar

June 3, 2026

In December 2019, United Airlines placed an order for 50 A321XLRs, which is Airbus’ new ultra long range and fuel efficient evolution of the A321. The plane entered commercial service in late 2024, with Iberia and Aer Lingus being the launch customers.

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