Why didn't the first Qantas A321XLR jet have a flat business class
With its quiet and spacious cabin, modern interior and more storage space, the Airbus A321XLR will radically change the Qantas flying experience, both on domestic and international routes. But it looks like the advanced A321XLR jet won’t push that transformative envelope to include flat beds in business class – at least not on the first jetliners that will arrive at the end of 2024. The A321XLR is part of a three-pronged update to Qantas’ fleet, alongside the agile A220 and the long-range Project Sunrise A350. These three Airbus jets will shape the future of Qantas and reshape the passenger experience. While Qantas has yet to reveal details of its A321XLR seating, the airline have confirm layout as 20 business class seats 180 economy seats The airline also said “there will be no reduction in seat space” compared to the Boeing 737, which will be replaced by the A321XLR. (For quick reference, the 737 pitch is 37″ in business class and 30″ in economy c...