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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Airbus delivers first A321XLR to Air Canada, enabling long-haul narrowbody network expansion

Air Canada has taken delivery of the first Airbus A321XLR (C-GXLR), the initial unit in a 30-aircraft order leased via SMBC Aviation Capital. The arrival marks a key step in the carrier’s long-range narrowbody fleet renewal and plans for thinner transatlantic and transcontinental routes.

Airline Geeks • Zach Vasile

Air Canada Takes Delivery of Its First A321XLR

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2026-04-24T09:22:47.323524-07:00
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CAPA

Emirates working on 'en suite bathrooms' in first class and 'major review' of economy: President

By CAPA: Emirates president Tim Clark , speaking at the CAPA Airline Leader Summit - Airlines in Transition , stated (23-Apr-2026) the airline is "working on en suite bathrooms in first class suites".

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2026-04-23T18:06:22.066969-07:00
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AeroTime • Miquel Ros

Ryanair closes Berlin base, blames high costs and charge increases

By AeroTime: On April 24, 2026, Ryanair announced that it is to close its base at Berlin-Brandenburg International Airport (BER), effective October 24, 2026.

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2026-04-24T07:03:20.897240-07:00