Call it the summer of the A321XLR. With deliveries of Airbus’ new extra-long-range variant of the A321neo finally ramping up, United and American have revealed the first full slate of routes utilizing the single-aisle aircraft in summer 2027, with each airline choosing different approaches.
While United’s XLR doesn’t have a fun brand name like its domestic A321neo Coastliner cousin, the twinjet’s livery features a “Born to Explore” tagline, as revealed during the carrier’s now annual and frankly well produced route reveal event at its Newark hub.
A far cry from the typical Newark to London lineup, United’s new XLR routes certainly suit the wanderlust-focused branding.
But while they are certainly exciting to the club-hopping Ibiza crowd and indeed the Airbus corporate traveler, the longest route (IAD-TLS, 3,957nm) tops out well below the aircraft’s maximum range of 4,700 nautical miles.
Enter American Airlines, the US major that’s gearing up to give Delta and United a run for their money and which, from summer 2027, will potentially operate the world’s longest XLR route! https://t.co/NlFy63iUIf #paxex #avgeek
As Canada's security intelligence service, we know that the devastating terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, changed the world, tragically ended many lives, and affected thousands more.
Extreme heat and dry conditions are fueling wildfires across Europe. The blazes are destroying towns in Spain, Italy, the UK, Croatia, Germany and more.
The "reporting" on Kawhi is absolutely horrendous! This was never confirmed but everyone pushed the false narrative. In the below update, it says the Raptors "land" Kawhi, then the clip states nearing deal? Shams was wrong and now the story has changed. Facts first, fame second.
21 years I’ve called Markham home. It’s where I bought my first home, where I built a life. So getting to stand on that stage for Canada Day and feel seen, welcomed, acknowledged by this community? That’s not something I take lightly. 🇨🇦🤍
Extreme heat can strain the heart and increase the risk of dehydration and heat-related illness. High humidity further reduces the body's ability to cool itself, making dangerous conditions even more severe.
Venus and Jupiter over Toronto.
The reflected light from Venus (the brighter of the 2) took 10 minutes to get here. From Jupiter - 50 minutes.
A rare chance to visualise our turning Earth and ever-moving solar system above the iconic city skyline.
Gorgeous timelapse by friend Andrew Yee, from Ward's Island.
#Toronto #FIFAWorldCup
Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at age 44, accepting a wild card entry into a doubles tournament nearly four years after her last competitive match and fueling speculation about a possible Wimbledon comeback.
Guyanese President Dr. Irfaan Ali briefs the Diaspora on data pulled from emails sent to the Guyanese Consulate prior to this meeting. Guyana is definitely booming, no question about it. More projects coming like Silica City and a new airport terminal.
The @AP reports that one person is in custody after a shooting incident Saturday night at the WH Correspondents Dinner. The president and VP were not injured and officials confirmed that nobody else was hurt during the incident. Statement from the president coming soon.
BREAKING: President Trump confirms that he's been instructed to vacate the premises after an alleged shooting earlier tonight at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington D.C. The event was scheduled to go on but the president said it'll be rescheduled within 30 days.
The white getaway van police were looking for was later discovered near Shaughnessy and George Henry Boulevards, just SW of the mall. Prouse, who allegedly escaped with a quantity of merchandise from a jewellery store, then fled this area in a black Honda Accord, police said.
Toronto Police have identified a suspect after a security officer was shot at Fairview Mall during a robbery Tuesday morning. Kyle Douglas Prouse, 53, of Montreal, has ties to Toronto and Vancouver and is also wanted in connection with an August 2023 B&E in Durham Region.