See new cabins on the Airbus A321XLR as the plane approaches its first passenger flight

Spanish carrier Iberia is the first airline expected to fly the plane, with its first flight scheduled from Madrid to Boston on November 14. Flights to Washington Dulles would begin on January 15.

The launch of the plane is all set to usher in a new era of long-haul flying from every corner of the globe. Mainline carriers such as American Airlines, Qantas and Air Canada and low-cost carriers such as Hungary’s Wizz Air and India’s IndiGo are expected to eventually operate the plane.

Such a diverse order book means passengers can expect varied cabin experiences across budget and legacy fleets. Most of the main contenders are expected to install stretched business class to accommodate treks of up to 11 hours and lucrative fares, while budget options largely stick to traditional seating-maximizing layouts.