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Air Transat to be first A321LR operator in North America

Ten Airbus A321LR aircraft will be joining the fleet of Canadian airline Air Transat, making it the first North American operator of the longest-range single-aisle aircraft in the world.

Air Transat will lease the aircraft through a deal with AerCap, and plans entry into service starting in 2019.
 
The A321LR builds on the success of the A321neo, which has captured over 80% of the market share with more than 1,400 orders to date. The LR option extends the aircraft’s range to up to 4,000 nautical miles and brings with it a 30-percent reduction in operating cost compared to its nearest competitor.

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“This is an ideal aircraft for the North American market and particularly for a carrier like Air Transat,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer-Customers. “It gives operators a highly efficient and affordable modern option for their transatlantic routes and we look forward to other North American carriers following Air Transat’s example.”
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The A321LR enables airlines to access new long-haul markets that were previously inaccessible with current single-aisle aircraft, with 206 passengers in a typical two-class layout, the A321LR offers the possibility for each passenger to carry up to three bags.

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