Airbus's first single aisle plane with jet lag reducing cabins has been delivered.
US based JetBlue Airways has taken delivery of the first of 13 A321LR aircraft featuring Airbus’ new Airspace interior.
These new A321LRs support JetBlue’s plan to open its highly anticipated transatlantic services, starting with direct flights to London later this year.
In addition to these 13 new A321LRs, the airline also has on order another 57 Airbus aircraft comprising other A321neo variants – which will also feature Airspace cabins.
JetBlue’s A321 planes will be the very first single aisle jets to feature Airbus’ new award-winning cabin design - which is consistent with Airbus’ A330neo and A350 widebody aircraft.
Airspace includes customisable hero lighting (which helps reduce jet lag), new slimmer sidewall panels for extra personal space at shoulder level; better views through the windows with their redesigned bezels and completely integrated window shades.
It also has the latest full LED lighting technologies; the largest overhead bin in class; and new lavatories with hygienic touchless features and antimicrobial surfaces.
Robin Hayes, CEO of JetBlue Airways Corp, said: “At JetBlue we are eagerly looking forward to introducing the Airbus A321 Long Range single-aisle aircraft with Airbus’ Airspace interior for our new transatlantic services. These aircraft will allow us to offer our customers attentive, boutique-style service, while also ensuring ample personal space, larger overhead bins, customized lighting and a design that gives the cabin a wide-body feel."
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Christian Scherer, Airbus chief commercial officer, said: “We are thrilled to have JetBlue set yet another trend and introduce Airbus’ new Airspace cabin on its long range service.
“For sure the outstanding comfort and in-flight transatlantic experience on board these aircraft will be a winner – for JetBlue, its valued passengers and crew alike!”
The A320 Family’s wide cabin cross-section also enables JetBlue to offer its passengers long haul comfort. There are 24 full-flat adaptive-mattress seats in the airline’s Mint premium-class private suites, while 114 economy passengers will appreciate the widest 18.4inch seats.
Passengers will also be able to stay connected throughout the flight with the airline’s unlimited, free high-speed Wi-Fi.
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