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World’s first Airbus A321XLR transatlantic flight is about to takeoff

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Last updated: November 14, 2024, 12:50 UTC
Published: Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 07:37 UTC
Category: News
Author: AIRLIVE contibutors

Airline: Iberia
Tail: Aircraft: Airbus A321-253NY/LR
Data: EC-OIL IB IB347 MAD
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Iberia is making aviation history by becoming the first airline in the world to operate transatlantic routes with the new Airbus A321XLR.

The flight #IB347 for Boston Logan International Airport scheduled to departs from Madrid’s Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport on November 14 at 12:35 PM.

The Airbus A321 XLR (registration EC-OIL) is scheduled to land at 3:20 PM local time, this flight marks a significant milestone in long-haul travel, demonstrating the capabilities of narrow-body aircraft on extended routes.

Since its delivery on October 30, the A321XLR has undergone regional flights to Paris and Stockholm as part of its initial operations.

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The A321XLR, known for its impressive range of up to 7,500 kilometers, combines the efficiency of a narrow-body jet with the comfort and amenities typical of larger aircraft.

Iberia’s fleet will include a total of eight A321XLRs, enhancing the airline’s ability to expand its long-haul network and increase capacity on current routes.

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