Air Arabia CEO: 8-Hour Transatlantic Airbus A321XLR Flights From Morocco “Not In Our Plan”

Air Arabia’s CEO, Turki Al Jassmi, has stated that operating eight-hour transatlantic flights aboard Airbus A321XLR aircraft from Moroccan airports is not currently part of Air Arabia's strategic plans. The company acknowledges that real-world operational data regarding the Airbus A321XLR’s capabilities and passenger load configurations are crucial factors for determining future transatlantic routes originating in Morocco. Currently, theoretical projections alone do not dictate these decisions; instead, actual flight performance and cargo selections will drive such ambitions. This approach reflects a cautious strategy prioritizing tangible results over speculative models. Ultimately, Air Arabia intends to assess the viability of long-haul operations based on demonstrated XLR performance within the Moroccan context.