Long Range Version of A321 Aircraft Set to
Operate JetBlue Flights Between New York, Boston and London
JetBlue’s A321LR is the First Single Aisle
Aircraft to Feature the Airspace by Airbus Cabin, Further Enhancing
Airline’s Award-Winning Mint® and Core Onboard Experiences
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has taken delivery of
the airline’s first Airbus A321 Long Range (LR) aircraft, with tail
N4022J arriving at JetBlue’s home at John F. Kennedy International
Airport (JFK) Terminal 5 this afternoon. This A321LR was assembled
at the Airbus production facility in Hamburg, Germany and will
enable JetBlue to launch its first-ever transatlantic service
between the U.S. and London this summer.
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JetBlue today announced it has taken
delivery of the airline’s first Airbus A321 Long Range (LR)
aircraft. (Photo: Business Wire)
“The delivery of our new A321LR sets the stage for a new era at
JetBlue in which we now have an aircraft allowing us to stretch our
wings and become a true global carrier offering flights beyond the
Americas for the first time ever,” said Robin Hayes, chief
executive officer, JetBlue. “The A321LR platform – offering the
range of a wide-body but with the economics of a single-aisle
aircraft – is the right size for us and will allow us to
effectively compete with our award-winning service and low fares on
flights between the U.S. and London. We congratulate Airbus on
bringing to life the most exciting and innovative narrow bodied
aircraft cabin in the world and JetBlue is honored to be the launch
customer for Airspace on the A320 family.”
The A321LR allows JetBlue to tap into new long-haul markets,
like London, that were not previously accessible with the airline’s
existing fleet. The LR’s range of up to 4,000 nautical miles is
made possible by three additional center fuel tanks and the
aircraft delivers 30 percent fuel savings and nearly 50 percent
reduction in noise footprint compared to previous generations of
aircraft. JetBlue converted 13 aircraft in its existing A321 order
book to the LR version in April 2019 with the ability to convert
more. Additionally, JetBlue has converted another 13 aircraft in
its existing order book to the Extra-Long Range – or XLR – version
of the A321.
JetBlue is also the global launch partner for the new Airspace
by Airbus cabin, bringing long-haul style to the A321 for the first
time ever. Airspace brings a series of enhancements, many
customized for JetBlue, including:
- Stunning backlit ceiling panels through the entire cabin, which
glow with a unique-to-JetBlue pattern.
- Custom LED mood lighting that changes throughout different
phases of flight to reduce jetlag technologies.
- The largest overhead bins on a single-aisle aircraft.
- New ergonomic sidewalls creating extra personal space at
shoulder level.
- A re-designed welcome area at the front boarding door.
- Refreshed onboard restrooms with antimicrobial surfaces.
The modern elements of Airspace, combined with the
customizations by JetBlue, offer customers a boutique-style setting
for the airline’s highly anticipated transatlantic service.
“We are honored that JetBlue is our first launch operator for
the new Airspace cabin on Airbus Single-Aisle aircraft. We are also
confident that the airline’s customers and crew alike will
appreciate the outstanding comfort and in-flight transatlantic
experience on board these aircraft,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus
Chief Commercial Officer.
JetBlue’s A321LR is powered by two Pratt & Whitney GTF
engines. The GTF engine, with its revolutionary geared fan
technology, is transforming aviation by delivering game-changing
economic and environmental performance. The Pratt & Whitney GTF
engine also incorporates advances in aerodynamics, lightweight
materials and other major technology improvements.
“Today we celebrate another exciting and historical milestone
between Pratt & Whitney and JetBlue,” said Carroll Lane,
president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney. “The
GTF-powered Airbus A321LR aircraft will allow JetBlue to fly
farther, opening new routes for their customers, while delivering
the economic and environmental benefits of our game-changing
engine. We look forward to continuing to power their fleet for
decades to come.”
Known in the U.S. for having the most legroom in coach (a), live
television and on-demand entertainment on every seatback, free
Fly-Fi broadband internet (b), complimentary snacks and soft
drinks, and great customer service, JetBlue’s entrance into the
transatlantic market will introduce a new era of customer-focused,
low-fare travel for leisure and business travelers.
The airline’s Mint® premium experience – which first disrupted
transcontinental travel in the U.S. and has been completely
reimagined for transatlantic flying – promises to offer customers a
fresh choice when flying between the U.S. and the U.K. JetBlue Mint
features 24 fully lie-flat private suites with a sliding door, a
custom-designed seat cushion by Tuft & Needle, and countless
design touches that help every customer feel at home in the air. As
part of the refresh, JetBlue will also introduce its latest
innovation, the stunning Mint Studio™, which will offer the most
space in a premium experience from any U.S. airline (c).
JetBlue’s industry-leading core experience has also been
reinvented for crossing the pond and will offer a new level of
service to customers who want a great experience at a low fare. All
of the comforts JetBlue customers have come to expect will be
enhanced by the recently announced partnership with Dig to bring
its signature build-your-own dining concept to tray tables at
35,000 feet – JetBlue’s first complimentary meal in core. With just
114 core seats, core customers will enjoy a boutique-style
experience no matter where they sit.
Customers in both core and Mint will be able to stay connected
throughout the flight with the airline’s popular unlimited, free
high-speed Wi-Fi. In addition, customers will have access to a
curated selection of live TV channels focused on news and sports,
and an extensive library of seatback entertainment – allowing
customers to have a multiple screen experience onboard, just like
they do at home.
Additional details about specific London routes, schedules and
out-for-sale dates will be announced soon.
For the latest JetBlue London news visit:
https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us/london
For more on the JetBlue’s A321LR aircraft visit:
https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us/our-planes/A321-long-range
About JetBlue Airways
JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier
in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San
Juan. JetBlue carries customers across the U.S., Caribbean and
Latin America. For more information, visit jetblue.com.
(a)
JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach
based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S.
airlines.
(b)
Fly-Fi® and live television are available
on all JetBlue-operated flights. Availability and coverage area may
vary by aircraft. Details on inflight Wi-Fi and entertainment:
https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us/wifi.
(c)
Based on personal square footage per
passenger seat.
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