Airliner • Airbus • A321-100, A321-200, A321neo, A321XLR, A321LR
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| Model | A321 |
| Category | Airliner |
| Variants | A321-100, A321-200, A321neo, A321XLR, A321LR |
| Production Years | 1994 – 2025 |
| Seating | 180, 244 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 18,500 hours |
| Markets | United States, Germany, China, France, United Kingdom |
| Price Range | $25.0M – $145.0M |
The Airbus A321 is a stretched, single-aisle commercial airliner and member of the A320 family, designed for medium to long-range operations. First introduced in 1994, it extends the fuselage of the A320 by 6.94 meters, accommodating 180-244 passengers depending on configuration. The A321 is one of the world's most popular narrow-body aircraft, with over 2,400 delivered to date. It combines operational efficiency with extended range, making it ideal for transcontinental routes that would otherwise require widebody aircraft. The aircraft is powered by either Pratt & Whitney or CFM International engines and features advanced avionics, fuel-efficient designs, and flexible cabin layouts. Airlines worldwide, including American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Lufthansa, and Air China, operate the A321. Recent variants include the A321neo and A321XLR, featuring new-generation engines and increased range capabilities. The A321 is renowned for its cost-effectiveness, fuel efficiency, and ability to compete with larger widebody aircraft on intercontinental routes while maintaining lower operating costs.
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.82 (487 knots)
Cruise Speed: Mach 0.78-0.80
Maximum Range: 4,000-4,700 nautical miles (A321neo); 4,700+ nautical miles (A321XLR)
Service Ceiling: 43,000 feet
Engines: CFM International LEAP-1A or Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM (neo variants); CFM56-5B or IAE V2500 (classic variants)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 206,000 lbs (93,500 kg) standard; up to 230,000 lbs (104,326 kg) with increased weights
Fuselage Length: 146.7 feet (44.7 meters)
Fuselage Width: 12.6 feet (3.84 meters)