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Skailark: 737 MAX 8‑200 Matches A321neo on Fuel Burn per Seat; A321XLR Looks Increasingly Niche

Skailark's dataset shows the Boeing 737 MAX 8‑200 matches the Airbus A321neo on fuel burn per seat, narrowing a performance gap that underpins carrier fleet choices. The analysis also indicates the A321XLR is becoming increasingly a niche option rather than a broad-market long‑range solution.

2026-02-09T06:12:39.298764-08:00

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TAP to launch Lisbon–São Luís–Fortaleza A321LR service from 26 Oct 2026

2026-02-09T04:14:05.485394-08:00

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

2026-02-06T06:15:03.743884-08:00

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Skailark: 737 MAX 8‑200 Matches A321neo on Fuel Burn per Seat; A321XLR Looks Increasingly Niche Skailark's dataset shows the Boeing 737 MAX 8‑200 matches the Airbus A321neo on fuel burn per seat, narrowing a performance gap that underpins carrier fleet choices. The analysis also indicates the A321XLR is becoming increasingly a niche option rather than a broad-market long‑range solution.

2026-02-09T06:12:39.298764-08:00

Skailark: 737 MAX 8‑200 Matches A321neo on Fuel Burn per Seat; A321XLR Looks Increasingly Niche

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TAP to launch Lisbon–São Luís–Fortaleza A321LR service from 26 Oct 2026 TAP Air Portugal will introduce a new Lisbon–São Luís–Fortaleza–Lisbon routing from 26 October 2026, operating twice-weekly with an A321LR. The move expands TAP’s Brazilian network to 15 cities and gives São Luís its first international connection early in Q4 2026.

2026-02-09T04:14:05.485394-08:00

TAP to launch Lisbon–São Luís–Fortaleza A321LR service from 26 Oct 2026

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JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss Passengers from a JetBlue Airbus A320 that abruptly lost altitude in October have filed negligence suits against Airbus and Thales, alleging unsafe flight‑control software tied to the event. The October occurrence prompted a global A320‑family grounding and mandatory flight‑computer software updates.

2026-02-06T06:15:03.743884-08:00

JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

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Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s Asian airlines are increasingly viewing COMAC's C919 as a viable alternative to Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 single-aisles. Industry participants and airline executives say meaningful, fleet-scale adoption across the region is unlikely before the 2030s, making the C919 primarily a longer-term consideration.

2026-02-06T01:33:13.145300-08:00

Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s

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Vietnam’s Crystal Bay Airlines to launch with three A321-family jets for inbound leisure charters Vietnam's new Crystal Bay Airlines plans to begin operations with an initial fleet of three Airbus A321-family jets, positioning itself as an inbound leisure charter operator focused on international tourist flows rather than domestic scheduled services. The carrier intends to link source markets directly to Vietnam's resort destinations.

2026-02-05T16:43:15.821740-08:00

Vietnam’s Crystal Bay Airlines to launch with three A321-family jets for inbound leisure charters

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened On 5 February an SAS Airbus A320neo (SE-ROM) initiated a takeoff roll from taxiway V1 rather than the assigned runway at Brussels Airport, reaching roughly 120 mph before the takeoff was aborted. All 165 passengers were unharmed and Belgian authorities have opened a safety investigation.

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

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American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027 American Airlines will launch daily, seasonal nonstop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Porto (OPO) starting in summer 2027, operated with its Airbus A321XLR. The long‑range narrowbody will include premium cabins and expand U.S. access to Portugal; service is subject to regulatory approvals.

2026-02-05T11:08:17.402109-08:00

American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

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Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026 Eurowings will rely on expanded wet-lease capacity for Summer 2026, deploying up to 19 ACMI aircraft in peak weeks. New partner Getjet Airlines will station six Airbus A320s in Hamburg, while Avion Express and Smartwings remain in the partner pool to cover demand spikes.

2026-02-05T03:04:05.919284-08:00

Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026

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Skailark: 737 MAX 8‑200 Matches A321neo on Fuel Burn per Seat; A321XLR Looks Increasingly Niche

TAP to launch Lisbon–São Luís–Fortaleza A321LR service from 26 Oct 2026

SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

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