Qantas has ordered an extra 20 new A321XLRs from Airbus, bringing its total order book for the aircraft type to 48. “These additional A321XLRs will accelerate the retirement of our 737 fleet and open up new opportunities for domestic and international travel, allowing us to reach destinations that aren’t possible with our current narrowbody fleet. “Jetstar’s A321XLRs will begin to arrive from calendar year 2027 and will be fitted with a two-class cabin to suit international travel,” the airline said. Qantas Group now has a firm order for 214 aircraft, with 32 already delivered as at June 30. It took delivery of 17 new aircraft in FY25, with 20 expected this financial year and 29 in 2027, including 36 for Qantas, 10 for Jetstar, and three for Qantas Freight.