Gaining Pace: 2nd Airbus A321XLR Performs Maiden Flight

The second test prototype for Airbus' upcoming A321XLR has taken to the skies. The aircraft is the first to feature the new Pratt & Whitney engines and follows the successful first test flight of the type in June. The aircraft was spotted last month with the new engines installed and has now been updated with a fresh coat of paint as it begins the testing process. The first flight of the new prototype, which has manufacturer serial number (MSN) 11080 and is registered F-WWBZ, departed… (www.msn.com) Más...