Jetstar, Australia's low-cost carrier, welcomed its eighth new Airbus A321neo LR on June 27, 2023. The aircraft, registration VH-OFW, touched down at Melbourne Airport after a 20-hour journey from Airbus' facility in Hamburg, Germany. The A321neo LR is the longest-range variant of the A321neo family, with a maximum range of 4,000 nautical miles (7,400 kilometers). This allows Jetstar to operate new routes between Australia and destinations in Asia, such as Bali, Phuket, and Singapore.
The A321neo LR is also more fuel-efficient than previous-generation aircraft, which will help Jetstar to reduce its carbon emissions. The aircraft is equipped with new engines and a new wing design, which together deliver a 20% improvement in fuel efficiency.
Jetstar CEO Gareth Evans said that the arrival of the eighth A321neo LR is "a significant milestone" for the airline. "These aircraft are a key part of our fleet renewal program, and they will allow us to offer our customers more choice and flexibility," he said.
Evans also said that the A321neo LR will help Jetstar to grow its international network. "We are looking forward to introducing these aircraft on new routes to Asia in the coming months," he said. The arrival of the eighth A321neo LR brings Jetstar's total fleet of A321neos to 18. The airline has another 11 A321neos on order, which are scheduled to be delivered by the end of 2024. With its new fleet of A321neos, Jetstar is well-positioned to continue to grow its business and offer its customers more choice and flexibility.