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Airbus A319LR and BA1: The Rise and Fall of the Boutique Transatlantic Jet

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he Airbus A319LR was one of Airbus’s boldest experiments—a narrowbody stretched beyond its limits and reimagined for long-haul, premium travel. Introduced in the early 2000s, the “LR” (Long Range) variant of the A319 was fitted with up to three Additional Centre Tanks (ACTs), boosting range to roughly 4,500 nautical miles (8,300 km). Configured in exclusive all-business layouts of just 32 to 48 lie-flat seats, the A319LR was marketed as a flying boutique—a hybrid between a commercial jet and a… (airguide.info) More...

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