First Pratt & Whitney powered A321XLR to Wizz Air
May 20, 2025
Wizz Air is an all Airbus operator and already operates a fleet of more than 230 A320 Family aircraft in operation with 295 remaining to be delivered.
The A321XLR is the next evolutionary step in the A320neo Family, responding to market needs for more range and payload, creating even more flexibility and value for the airlines. It will deliver an unprecedented ‘Xtra Long Range’ of up to 4,700nm, 30% lower fuel burn per seat compared with previous generation competitor aircraft, as well as reduced NOx emissions and noise. So far, Airbus has secured more than 500 orders for the A321XLR.
Wizz Air’s 47 A321XLRs will have 239 seats in a single class configuration. The newly designed Airspace cabin features an innovative lighting system and multiple settings to create a perfect environment for different phases of the flight, including boarding, dining, relaxing, sleeping and waking up. The introduction of the A321XLR into the Wizz Air fleet will enhance the airline’s capacity and its ability to connect Europe and the Middle East.
As with all Airbus aircraft, the A321XLR aircraft is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and Airbus is hoping to have all of its aircraft capable of flying with up to 100% SAF by 2030.
