Airbus’s Chinese Assembly Line Delivers its First A321neo

Shanghai-based Juneyao Air took delivery of the first A321neo produced at Airbus’s assembly line in Tianjin, China.

Juneyao Air Airbus A321neo first delivery ceremony — Airbus Asia employees celebrate the first delivery of an A321neo from the company's factory in Tianjin, China. (Photo: Airbus)

By Gregory Polek • Senior Editor

March 24, 2023

Airbus has delivered the first A321neo assembled at its final assembly line in Tianjin, China, to Shanghai-based Juneyao Air, the manufacturer said Friday. Powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines and equipped with 199 economy-class seats and eight in business class, the A321neo rolled out of the factory some four months after Airbus announced the plan to build the largest version of the A320 family in Tianjin. Plans call for the delivery flight to use a 10 percent sustainable aviation fuel blend in support of China’s green aviation strategy.

“Since we announced the commissioning of the first A321 aircraft at FAL (final assembly line) Tianjin last November, the relevant final assembly activities and tests went on smoothly, showcasing the maturity of FAL Tianjin to quickly adapt to new products,” said George Xu, Airbus executive v-p and Airbus China CEO. “The successful delivery of the first A321 aircraft enables Airbus to honor the popularity of the aircraft for the China market and beyond—and the consistent trust and support from our customers.”

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