Airbus A321neo

26 Apr 2026 · © EPAerospace

KLM's Airbus A321neo (PH-AXI) on the ground in the airline's iconic blue livery, representing a new chapter for KLM with its modern Airbus narrowbody fleet.

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Katl_spotter13 · 26 Apr 2026

Incredible capture!

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Aircraft

A321neo A321

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines standard livery

PH-AXI

Registration

Airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM / KL

Manufacturer

Airbus

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Airbus Aficionado, Neo Navigator, Narrowbody Ninja

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Location

Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport

BCN/LEBL

41.2971, 2.0785

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Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport BCN

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A321neo is a latest generation narrowbody airliner, marking KLM\'s entry into the A320neo family for the first time in its modern fleet.

Fleet Rarity

Among the first Airbus A321neos delivered to KLM; KLM\'s Airbus narrowbody fleet only began entering service in 2024.

Record Flights

Notable for long European and short-haul intercontinental sectors, but no unique records for this type at KLM (as of 2024).

Safety & Events

No notable incidents reported for PH-AXI as of 2024; entry into service as part of KLM\'s planned fleet renewal.

Future Outlook

Active in service, expected to serve for the next 15-20 years.

Specifications

CFM International LEAP-1A

Engine

35.8 m

Wingspan

44.51 m

Length

7,400 km

Range

830 km/h

Speed

244 passengers (typical maximum all-economy config)

Capacity

97,000 kg

MTOW

11.76 m

Height

27,000 lbf (120 kN) (per engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~74-85 dB depending on phase and distance)

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