Aircraft Type
Airbus A321-200 “Workhorse of the Skies”
The Airbus A321 is a popular narrow-body aircraft in the Airbus A320 family, serving as a versatile medium-haul passenger jet that bridges the gap between shorter and longer route configurations.
IATA321ICAOA321ManufacturerAirbusScore5.00/10Range5,950 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators30
The A321 is renowned for its exceptional efficiency, passenger capacity, and flexibility, making it a cornerstone aircraft for many airlines' short to medium-range route networks
The A321 was the first stretch version of the A320 family, demonstrating Airbus's ability to adapt and optimize their successful narrow-body platform for different market needs
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A321-200 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Performance
850 km/h
Cruise Speed
Airbus Family
Related aircraft variants
How It Compares
vs. Boeing 737 MAX 8
✓Longer range (5950 km vs 5630 km)
✗Slightly lower fuel efficiency
vs. Embraer E195-E2
✓Higher passenger capacity (244 vs 146)
✗Potentially higher operating costs for smaller routes
vs. Boeing 757-200
✓Modern design and newer technology
✗Older 757 has proven reliability and durability