Hamburg, Germany, 24 July 2025 – Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR (Long Range), marking a major milestone in the airline's fleet expansion and premium experience strategy. The aircraft, leased from AerCap, is the first of 20 A321LRs scheduled to join Etihad's fleet.

Etihad's A321LR sets a new benchmark for single-aisle operations, redefining comfort in short- and medium-haul travel with a widebody feel. Configured with both First and Business Class cabins - a first for this aircraft type in the region - the aircraft underscores Etihad's commitment to offering greater choice and luxury on short- and medium-haul routes, while reinforcing Airbus' focus on bringing a widebody experience to the single-aisle segment.

Etihad's A321LR  features the Airspace cabin, offering travelers long-haul comfort in all cabins and superior passenger experience. The cabin features two private First Class Suites with lie-flat beds and large 4K touchscreens, 14 fully-flat Business Class seats with direct aisle access, and 144 Economy Class seats offering generous personal space and enhanced comfort throughout the cabin. Passengers will benefit from the latest LED lightning systems throughout the cabin for an adaptable ambience, advanced in-flight entertainment, high-speed connectivity and wireless charging. For a smoother boarding experience for both passengers and cabin crews, the cabin is equipped with XL bins allowing 60% more luggage capacity.

Etihad's CFM-powered A321LR will serve new premium destinations across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East from Abu Dhabi. Like all Airbus aircraft, it benefits from full fleet commonality, enhancing pilot integration, crew training, and overall operational efficiency.

Powered by the latest-generation engines and advanced aerodynamics, the A321LR delivers a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles (6,300 km) while achieving at least 20% lower fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions compared to previous-generation single-aisle aircraft. Like all Airbus aircraft, the A321neo Family is already capable of operating with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) today, supporting Airbus' ambition to enable 100% SAF capability by 2030.

At the end of June 2025, the A320neo Family had secured 11,176 aircraft orders from 145 customers worldwide.