AerCap, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies, has announced the delivery of the first of twenty Airbus A321LR aircraft to Etihad Airways. The handover took place at a ceremonial event held at the Airbus Delivery Center in Hamburg, Germany, marking a key milestone in Etihad’s ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization strategy.
Aegean Airlines has confirmed it will take delivery of two Airbus A321XLR aircraft, with arrivals scheduled for December 2025 and January 2026, respectively. This marks a significant step forward in the airline’s long-haul narrowbody strategy, expanding its operational range and allowing for potential new route opportunities to destinations not previously served nonstop from Greece.
Jazeera Airways, the low-cost carrier based in Kuwait, is actively pursuing longer-range narrowbody aircraft to expand its network and enhance operational flexibility. The airline is in discussions with lessors to acquire Airbus A321LR and A321XLR jets and is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 family, while currently ruling out widebody acquisitions.
Icelandair has announced significant updates to its fleet strategy, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and route capabilities. The airline plans to introduce two more A321LRs by summer 2025 and an additional three by summer 2026. These aircraft will play a crucial role in phasing out the older B757s by the end of 2027, marking a significant shift towards…
Air Lease (US) has announced long-term lease agreements with Qanot Sharq Airlines (Uzbekistan) for the delivery of five Airbus A321neo aircraft, including three A321XLRs and two A321LRs. These aircraft will be delivered in 2026 and 2027 from Air Lease’s existing orderbook with Airbus.
Icelandair is advancing its fleet modernization efforts with the planned addition of three Airbus A321LR aircraft, expected to be delivered before the summer of 2025. This initiative is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance operational efficiency and expand its route network.
Icelandair has announced plans to operate A321LR flights on the Reykjavik Keflavik–Newark route between 30 April and 18 May 2025. Following this, A321LR flights will begin on the New York JFK route on 19 May, with service to Seattle commencing on 20 May.
Air Astana (Kazakhstan) has announced plans to introduce scheduled service to Cam Ranh/Nha Trang, Vietnam, beginning in late March 2025. The flights will operate from both Almaty and Astana, utilizing the airline’s modern A321LR aircraft.
Icelandair has announced a delay in the introduction of its A321LR service on the Reykjavik Keflavik – Seattle route. Originally scheduled for an earlier date, the inaugural flight with the A321LR has been rescheduled to 21 May 2025.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has announced an ambitious expansion plan for 2025, adding ten new destinations to its network. Starting next year, Etihad will connect Abu Dhabi with cities across Africa, Asia, and North America. The newly introduced routes are:
