Traveling by AirAsia’s A321neo is a visual treat. Among the many improvements to the A321neo’s cabin are redesigned seats and armrests equipped with charging connections for passengers’ personal electronic devices. Though just two A321neos are in service for AirAsia out of more than 300 on order, there is encouraging news. Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes has confirmed that AirAsia Philippines would be among those in the priority list to get the A321neo once deliveries resume.
As such, Tony Fernandes has said that the Philippines and Indonesia should be prioritized for the A321neo. AirAsia Philippines will be able to expand its service to China, Japan, and Korea with the use of the A321neo. AirAsia Philippines’ current fleet of A320-200s is capable of doing the job, but the A321neo will let the airline run more effectively and extend its network to even more locations.
AirAsia Philippines prioritizes expanding its presence in the Chinese, Japanese, and South Korean sectors. With this jet, AirAsia Philippines will be able to explore new Australian routes.
AirAsia’s A321neo
AirAsia presently operates two Airbus A321neo, and the company has an outstanding order for 362 A321neos, some of which might be converted into Airbus A320neos depending on market circumstances. Key details concerning AirAsia’s A321neo are as follows:
- Capacity: AirAsia’s Airbus A321neo is configured in a high-density, single-class layout with 236 seats. All seats are equipped with USB charging ports on the arm rests. The seat designs are also different in which you may find here.
- Dimensions: The A321neo has a wingspan of 34.1 meters and a length of 44.5 meters. It stands at 12.5 meters tall.
- Range: The A321neo has a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles (7,400 km) with a full passenger load, depending on the operating conditions.
- Engine: AirAsia’s A321neo is powered by two CFM International LEAP-1A. The CFM International LEAP-1A engine is a cutting-edge, fuel-efficient engine that has been designed to meet the needs of modern airlines. Its advanced technologies, improved performance, and lower operating costs make it an attractive choice for airlines like AirAsia, which operate the Airbus A321neo aircraft equipped with the LEAP-1A engine.
- Cruise speed: The A321neo cruises at speeds of up to 870 km/h (471 knots).
It has also been confirmed that AirAsia’s A321neo will share the same seat configuration throughout all subsidiaries. In other words, regardless of the market, all AirAsia subsidiaries will receive a 236-seater A321neo. If you want to see the interior of this aircraft, please do check this.
While deliveries are set to resume yet on 2024, it is definitely nice to know that AirAsia Philippines is on the priority list to receive the A321neo.
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