To celebrate the first test flight of the Airbus A321XLR, enjoy this special quiz dedicated to the pioneering new jet. Need to do some last-minute research on the XLR before you start? Check out this 'all you need to know' explainer here. Good luck!
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1. Time for a quick test of your aviation history before we consider the future. When was the first-ever A320 flight?
Question 2 of 10
2. When was the A321XLR project formally announced by Airbus?
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3. Which facility did the A321XLR test flight depart from?
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4. What was the duration of the first test flight of the A321XLR?
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5. What is the MSN (construction number) of the first A321XLR test jet?
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6. Which engines were fitted to the aircraft performing the first test flight?
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7. What is the current entry into service date for the A321XLR?
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8. What’s the range for the A321XLR?
Question 9 of 10
9. Approximately how much further is that compared to the A321LR?
Question 10 of 10
10. According to Airbus, as of the end of May 2022, how many orders does the XLR have?
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Looks like more research and development time is required. Back to the books!
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Oh dear, not exactly an XLR performance. Better luck next time!
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A reasonable effort, but plenty more testing required!
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Impressive stuff - a real XLR performance! Well done.
