Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Airbus A321LR aircraft, promising wide-body comfort on short and medium-haul routes. The airline highlighted the aircraft’s enhanced guest experience, including a first-class offering typically found on larger planes.
According to Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves, the A321LR underscores the airline’s commitment to customer experience and connectivity. The aircraft features new First Suites with sliding doors and lie-flat beds, 14 lie-flat business-class seats with direct aisle access, and upgraded Economy seating. All cabins will offer high-speed Wi-Fi.
The First Suites include space for a companion and a 20-inch 4K screen. Business class seats feature 17.3-inch 4K screens and direct aisle access. The Economy cabin offers wider seats with increased recline and 13.3” 4K screens.
Etihad is also expanding its first-class service with personalized concierge support, chauffeur service, and dedicated airport handling. In Abu Dhabi, first-class passengers will soon have access to home check-in and baggage services.
The first A321LR will begin service on August 1, 2025, flying from Abu Dhabi to 16 destinations, including Algiers, Athens, Bangkok, and Milan. This launch is part of Etihad’s “Journey 2030” vision, which includes doubling its fleet and tripling passenger numbers.
