A321 best seats. Airbus a321: cabin layout and best seats (S7) Airlines

The major Russian carrier Aeroflot operates 39 Airbus A321s (data for 2018). Unlike the previous Airbus A320 model, medium-range aircraft of this model have more advanced parameters. The body length reaches 44.5 m. The maximum flight altitude is 12.1 km, flight range is 3800 km. The airbus, powered by two turbojet engines, reaches a cruising speed of 830 km/h.

Aeroflot Airbus A321 operates regular and charter flights to domestic and international destinations. When planning a flight on an airliner of this model, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the cabin layout in advance, which will allow you to choose the best seats for a comfortable air travel in the chosen direction.

In the article we will tell you about Aerobus 321 of Aeroflot airlines, where the plane flies, we will show the cabin layout and where it is better to sit in economy and business class.

Description of Aeroflot Airbus A321

Aeroflot operates two types of Airbus A321, distinguished by the number of rows in the cabin and seats for passengers.

Model 16C is designed to carry 185 people: 169 in economy class and 16 seats in business class.

Model 28C is equipped with 220 seats for transporting passengers, 28 of which are in the business class cabin.

Each Airbus A321 has three separated cabins: one business class and two economy.

Each cabin is equipped with comfortable seats with charging units for gadgets. Like other airlines, the Airbus A321 has some of the most comfortable and uncomfortable seats to fly. To choose the appropriate option, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the interior diagrams of the two A321 models.

Interior layout

The most comfortable seats on Airbus

The selection of the best seats on an airplane is determined by the following parameters: good view from the window, increased legroom, location farther from the toilet room, etc. It is impossible to collect all the best qualities in one row, so passengers have to decide on the one that is most important for them. itself as a selection criterion.

Undoubtedly, the most comfortable seats and conditions are created in business class. A cozy interior prevails here, with expanded space between the seats and rows. There are no queues for the restroom. Flight attendants offer an individual menu to choose from and other services provided for in the tariff plan.

Travelers planning a flight in the cabin can also choose a convenient seat for the duration of the flight. On Aerobus 321 from Aeroflot such seats are available when purchasing a ticket.

To choose the most comfortable seats on an airplane of this model, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the advantages and disadvantages of passenger seats in the cabin of an Airbus with a capacity of 220 passengers.

Economy class

The first economy class cabin occupies rows 8-18. It is located in the central part of the liner. There is less motion sickness and less turbulence here. The main disadvantage of the location of the first economy cabin is the lack of a beautiful view from the windows, which is due to the location of the aircraft’s wings.

From rows 19 to 31 – the second economy class cabin. It is located at the rear of the plane, so the engine noise is heard more here. But from each porthole there are panoramic views of settlements and clouds.

The most comfortable and uncomfortable seats in economy class:

1. Row 8 – emergency exit seats with expanded legroom. From this part of the cabin, flight attendants begin serving drinks and dishes from the menu, so passengers occupying these seats always have a good choice. According to the carrier's rules, passengers with small children, minors, pregnant women, disabled people and the elderly cannot occupy seats at emergency exits. You can familiarize yourself with the rules for flying with a baby at Aeroflot.
2. Rows 9-17 are standard seats without any particular advantages or disadvantages, except for the lack of good visibility from the windows, hidden by the wings of the aircraft.
3. Row 18 – the last seats in the first economy class cabin. Immediately behind them there is a toilet room, which is not very convenient for a flight in calm conditions.
4. Row 19 is located near the emergency exit. There is extended legroom. Disadvantage: proximity to the toilet.
5. The 20th row, in particular the seats near the windows, is very convenient for the location. There are no other seats in front, so passengers can freely take a comfortable body position during the flight.
6. Row 31 is the last one in the cabin, a very inconvenient option. Disadvantages: close location to the bathroom and utility room, the reclining mechanism on the chairs is blocked.

In the second layout of the Airbus (a16), business class occupies the first four rows, and from 8 to 35 there are two economy class cabins.

Comfortable and inconvenient places in the economy cabin:

• on the 8th row there is expanded legroom, there is a mechanism for fixing baby bassinets;
• Rows 11 and 23 – comfortable seats at the emergency exit with expanded space for a convenient location;
• Rows 22 and 35 – the seats do not have a mechanism for folding out; there is a toilet behind the seats.

Business Class

In the Airbus A321 “16c” the first four rows are the lounge. On an airliner with a “28 s” layout – rows 1-7 business class.

The chairs are arranged in two rows in pairs (2x2). All seats in this cabin are comfortable, have an extended seat and a large space between the seats in front.

The seats in the first row are a little uncomfortable, due to their close location to the toilet room. There are also disadvantages to the seats in the last row in business class, behind which there is a partition separating it from economy class, where a noisy atmosphere often prevails.

Do not ignore the recommendations of experienced travelers about the need to reserve the best seats on the Aeroflot Airbus A321 at the stage of purchasing tickets. The level of comfort during the flight will depend on the selected seat in the aircraft cabin, ensuring a good mood and good rest!

The airbus a321 aircraft is a modified model of the world-famous A 320 aircraft. But, unlike its “big brother,” this model has more powerful engines, more advanced brakes and greater length (increased to 44.5 meters, that is, longer And 320 by 7 meters and can “take” 24% more passengers on board). It is also interesting that this aircraft was assembled not in France (Toulouse), which is familiar to the A320, but in Germany (Hamburg).

Note! The A321 aircraft is a narrow-body aircraft. It serves on medium-haul airlines.

Who is the manufacturer

The aircraft are produced by the Airbus Industry consortium (Airbus S.A.S) and its member companies, such as DASA, which developed the A321-200 model. Airbus is one of the world's largest passenger airliner companies.

Model and modification start date

There are two modifications of this aircraft: A321-100 and A321-200. The A321-100, in turn, also has two options: with V2500 engines (A321-130) and CFM56 engines (A321-110). The program to develop aircraft of this model was started back in 1989. Test flights of two models were made in 1993, all necessary documentation was completed in 1994, and deliveries to airlines began at the end of 1994 – early 1995. For the first time, aircraft of this type were put on flights by the German company Lufthansa and the Italian Alitalia.

The A321-100 aircraft failed to become worthy competitors to the Boeing 757. That is why the possibility of releasing a new modification with an increased take-off weight and a longer flight range was considered. The creation of the A321-200 was first discussed back in 1994. The Airbus A321-200 was supposed to serve long European routes and routes directly connecting the US coasts.

The idea of ​​a more advanced modification, with additional fuel tanks of 2900 liters, appealed to the airlines, and work on the aircraft began. He made his first flight in 1996.

Work is currently underway on the A321 NEO. They are equipped with new economical engines, which are now being promoted by Airbus. Fuel savings on such an aircraft will be around 16 percent (and when installing such an engine on an old aircraft of the same series – 15-14%). Also, this aircraft is designed for a longer range (the indicator has been increased by 950 km) and for a greater payload (the difference with old models is 2 tons), engineers have improved the climb speed indicators, and increased the cruising speed. In addition, all A321 NEO aircraft will be equipped with the proprietary Sharklets wing. These are wingtips of the “winglet” type (curved towards the top). This wing was developed by Airbus.

Engineers say that it is capable of:

• improve the overall aerodynamics of the aircraft;
• reduce inductive drag (due to the disappearance of the vortex breaking off from the swept wing);
• reduce fuel consumption over long distances by 3.5%;
• increase payload and flight range.

It is clear that aircraft with such characteristics will become commercially promising and many world airlines will want to purchase them.

Capacity, flight range, speed, altitude

All A321 series aircraft are equipped with EFIS avionics. They allow you to monitor all indicators during the flight and track possible failures of on-board systems.

A variety of composite materials were used in the construction of aircraft (especially in the creation of wings, vertical and horizontal stabilizers).

If we talk about technical characteristics, then they are as follows (using the example of the A321-200).

Characteristics of A321-200

Crew	2 people
Length	44.51 meters
Wing span/wing area	34.1 meters/122.6 m/sq
Height	11.76 meters
Empty weight / take-off / landing weight of the aircraft	48,500/93,500/77,800 kg
Maximum weight without fuel	71,500 kg
23,400
Cruising speed	828 km/h
Maximum speed	890 km/h
Run length	2180 m
Run length	1580 m
Maximum flight altitude	11900 m
Fuel reserve	30030 l
Specific fuel consumption	18.2 g/pass - kg
Hourly fuel consumption	3,200 kg
Flight range (with maximum load)	5,600 km
Capacity (with and without classes)	185(2 classes)/220 (1 class)
Cabin width	3.7 m

Airplane seating diagram

The standard Airbus A321 is an aircraft divided into two classes with a total of 185 seats. 157 seats are in economy class in a 3-3 layout, and 28 seats are in business class in a 2-2 layout. The cabin width is 3.7 meters, the seats are soft and comfortable. The undoubted advantage is that the interior is equipped with good sound insulation.

On some aircraft (for example, those operating on charter lines), the standard equipment has been changed. There is no division into classes in such aircraft. The total number of places is 220.

There are also such configurations as:

• 28 business class seats + 142 economy class seats;
• 16 business class seats + 167 economy class seats.

Note! The plane has 6 doors and 8 emergency exits. Their location is provided on both sides of the aircraft.

Description of seats by block of rows

Let's consider the standard two-class (28-157) configuration of the A 321 aircraft with a row-by-row layout of the cabin and determine the pros and cons of all seats on the plane.

Comparative characteristics of seats on the plane

Rows	Best/worst places
1-7 row	Business class seats are located here. But this does not mean that they are all comfortable and convenient. The best seats on the plane are located in rows 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 of business class. The worst seats in this class are in rows 1 and 7. This arrangement is due to the fact that the seats in the first row are very close to the partition separating the cabin from the toilet and the seat of the stewards of the plane, and the seats in the seventh row are as close as possible to the noisy economy class
8th row (6 seats)	These are considered to be the best seats in economy class. The fact is that there is a small space here created due to the presence of an emergency exit in this part of the plane. You can get up without disturbing your neighbors and stretch your legs. These seats are also convenient because the stewards move with food and drinks from the first rows to the last. So passengers occupying these seats will have a fairly large choice
9-17 row	The seats are standard, not bad, not good, the distance between the seats does not allow tall and large passengers to sit comfortably
18th row (6 seats)	The seats are bad, located close to the economy class toilets. There's always a crowd of people here, it's very noisy
19th row (4 seats)	Controversial places. On the one hand, there is enough space here, you can stretch your legs and walk without disturbing your neighbors. On the other hand, the seats are located close to the toilets, so there is constant crowding and noise
Row 20 (6 seats)	The best seats in this class are located on both sides of the windows (A and F). The fact is that due to the lack of seats in front, free space is created, you can sit comfortably. These are probably the best seats in the second part of economy class
21-29 row	Standard places, not bad, but not very good either
30 row	The places near the aisle, on both sides, are very uncomfortable. It is close enough to the toilets located in the rear section, so noise and a constant queue of people are guaranteed
31 rows (6 seats)	The worst seats are in economy class. Firstly, it is close to the toilets. Secondly, since there is a partition nearby, the backs of the seats do not recline, which creates additional discomfort

Thus, when choosing seats, you need to be guided by two factors: their proximity to toilets, kitchens, technical rooms and the presence of a partition nearby (the chairs will not recline). Large people are best seated on row 8 or 20; these are also the most comfortable seats for those traveling with children (row 19 is also suitable in this case, since the proximity of the toilets will be a plus, not a minus; you won’t have to walk with your child across the entire salon).

Note! Window seats and aisle seats have their advantages and disadvantages. It’s easier to go to the toilet from a seat near the aisle, and at the same time no one will disturb the person sitting at the window. The choice is up to the passenger: if you hope to sleep or work, choose a seat by the window; if you think that you will often go to the toilet, take a seat by the aisle.

In-flight entertainment system, power outlets, wifi

As standard, the aircraft has 4 galleys and 4 lavatories. Business class has a wardrobe. There are also 6 seats for flight attendants.

Seats for women with children with special mounts for bassinets are located in business class (1st row, 4 seats) with cabin layout 28-142 and in economy class (8th row, 6 seats) with cabin layout 16-167 and 28-157.

Currently, about 1000 A321 series aircraft have been produced and, since they are in demand, production continues.

These aircraft are part of the Aeroflot fleet. Aeroflot A321 is a successful aircraft that is used to the maximum on regional routes.

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Airbus A321 is the largest aircraft of the A320 family, which is an extended version of the A320 and has increased passenger capacity. The standard configuration of the Airbus A321 includes a two-class cabin with 185 passenger seats: 169 seats are in economy class and 16 seats are in business class. The flight range of the A321 is 5 - 5.5 thousand km.

There are about a dozen Airbus A321 configurations designed for flights of varying durations and for different numbers of passenger seats. For example, for low-cost or charter flights, the standard configuration is changed to increase the number of economy class passenger seats to 220. This configuration implies a one-class cabin.

Undoubtedly, to choose the most comfortable seats on an Airbus, you need to have an idea of ​​the layout of the aircraft model you plan to fly. However, any aircraft configuration is suitable in order to understand the principle of the arrangement of passenger seats.

The interior layout of the Airbus A321 is very popular, which is preferred by the famous Russian airline -.

A321 interior diagram taken from the official Aeroflot website.

Let's look at the location of the places in more detail, note which ones are good/bad and tell us what their difference is.

Rows 1-7. Business class seats, however, also have relatively uncomfortable seats: in the first and seventh rows. This is due to the fact that a partition is installed in front of the 1st row and the bathroom is located quite close, and immediately behind the seventh row there is a noisy economy class, which can also cause discomfort. Therefore, when choosing seats in business class, it is best to purchase tickets for seats from the second to the sixth rows.

8 row. In the economy class of the airliner, the passenger seats in this row are superior in convenience to other rows, since additional free space has been created here due to the fact that there is an emergency exit in front of this row.

In addition, this simplifies movement around the cabin: when you get up from your seat, you do not cause inconvenience to your neighbors, and your neighbors do not disturb you. This deserves the title of the best economy class seats on board this aircraft, also because they are located at the front of the plane, and, as you know, drinks and food are usually served moving from the front to the back rows. Therefore, you will have a more varied choice than other passengers.

Rows 9-17. Standard places that differ little from each other.

18th row. These places are also called standard, however, due to the proximity of the restrooms, they can create some inconvenience. The constant movement of passengers and "queuing" for the toilet creates noise, which can not only be distracting, but also possibly annoying.

19 row. In terms of location, this row is comparable to the seats in the eighth row. Since the 19th row is located behind the emergency exit, there is also additional legroom, but the close proximity of the restrooms makes these seats not as comfortable as in the 8th row.

20 row. Without exception, all seats in the 20th row can be called comfortable and good. This row attracts passengers not only with free legroom, but also with the close location of the windows, which provides the opportunity to admire the panoramas of the Earth during the flight. Nice places!

30 row seats (C and D)– here the inconvenience is explained by the close proximity to restrooms.

31 row. It is worth paying attention to the last 31st row: in addition to the fact that there are inconveniences here due to the proximity of toilets to the seats, the back of the chair in the last row cannot recline, since there is a wall behind the 31st row. These seats can be considered the most uncomfortable seats on the plane, so they are purchased when there are no other options left.

• Before purchasing tickets, look at the diagram of the plane you plan to fly;
• If you are not entirely sure of your choice, you can get professional advice from an airline representative;
• Choose the most comfortable places for you, using the tips and recommendations given above;
• Places located near the kitchen, bathrooms, technical rooms or at the end of the salon should be chosen only if there are no other options;
• Try not to purchase seats that have a partition in front or seats that do not recline at all, especially if the flight is long.

We wish you a pleasant flight!

Ural Airlines now occupies an honorable fourth place in terms of the volume of passenger traffic served. Every year the air carrier expands its flight program, thereby attracting a large number of new customers and partners.

Ural Airlines has extensive experience in the domestic air transportation market: the company's history dates back to 1943.

The airline's fleet, which consists exclusively of modern, comfortable air transport, certainly deserves special attention. These are mainly models of the European concern Airbus, belonging to the A320 series. The air carrier pays great attention to re-equipping its existing fleet, purchasing new aircraft every year under operating lease.

Now the airline has 27 aircraft in its arsenal, of which 19 are A320 aircraft, 11 are A321 and another 7 are A319.

This is what an Airbus A321 looks like

As mentioned above, the transport fleet of Ural Airlines contains 11 aircraft Model A321. All of them were released between 1998 and 2006. A fairly large number of passengers fly on this type of transport. Of course, for these people it is important what kind of cabin layout the Airbus industrie A321 Ural Airlines has. You need to know this at least in order to prepare for the flight in advance or choose the best seats when booking.

All 11 aircraft have the same configuration. The Ural Airlines A321 cabin layout has 220 economy class seats. Nordwind Airlines aircraft have a similar configuration.

Schematic representation of the A321 cabin with emergency exits

Best places

In order to make your flight as comfortable as possible, you need to take care of choosing your seats in advance. To do this, it is necessary to have an accurate description of the proposed conditions.

In aircraft like the Airbus A321, Ural Airlines offers the best seats, as is usually the case, in the forefront. The following amenities are available to passengers:

• more knee room (compared to standard rows);
• lack of seats in front (no one can recline their seat back);
• relatively good air conditioning.

Of course, these places have certain disadvantages. These include the proximity of toilets and kitchens. For those who do not tolerate unnecessary fuss, noise and various smells, the impression of the flight can be spoiled by these factors. In addition, the close location to the partition creates a feeling of enclosed space. Some passengers really don't like sitting against the wall all the time.

Places located on the 11th row, are also considered one of the best in this aircraft model. They are located in front of the emergency exit, so passengers in the 11th row have a little more space in front of them. You can calmly get up from your seat without disturbing anyone. In addition, the front row seats are locked, and no one can recline the seat back on you.

However, these places also have minor drawbacks. Among them it is worth noting:

• on the 11th row it is sometimes a little colder;
• hand luggage of passengers in this row should not be placed on the floor or in the aisle;
• travelers with small children and animals, elderly citizens, disabled people and pregnant women cannot fly here;
• folding tables are built into the armrests and therefore do not move in any way;
• There is no porthole in this row.

The interior layout of the Airbus 321 Ural Airlines also offers another good option for accommodation - this is row 26. Here the seats have the same advantages as those located in the 11th row. Among the shortcomings, one can note only a larger number of seats. Also, seats A and F may not have armrests. The porthole in this row is either completely absent or not located very conveniently.

Sometimes seats A and F, located in row 12, do not have seats in front. This is very convenient, as there is additional legroom, and no one in front will recline the seat back. This configuration is available on most A321 models. However, it is worth checking with airline staff for information about these places.

The interior of the A321 aircraft with basic designations

Places with obvious disadvantages

The claims that will be described below are made by the majority of passengers. But this does not mean that all travelers are equally uncomfortable flying in such conditions. For some, such comments turn out to be absolutely insignificant.

Places located on the 10th row limited in reclining due to its close location to the emergency exit. Many travelers note that they are uncomfortable flying in one position. Of course, this is quite relevant for long-distance flights. Has the same disadvantages 25th row.

The Airbus A321 model is the largest example of the entire line of narrow-body aircraft produced by Airbus S.A.S. The narrow-body family also includes the A318, 319 and 320. The narrow-body is just one passage in the aircraft cabin between the seats, located right in the middle. The year of development of the Airbus was 1993.

Versions of Airbus 321 and their differences

There are two modifications of this aircraft: A321-100 and A321-200. What is their difference? The first model was created in 1993. In the same year, the Airbus took off for the first time and passed the appropriate certification, after which it was released into mass production. The A321-100 is still in production today.

The A321-200, unlike its predecessor, has an increased flight range and take-off weight. Its development took two years: from 1994 to 1996. Initially, it was developed as a competing airliner compared to Boeing. Thanks to reliable technical data and characteristics, this aircraft is still produced today. In 2015, the A321-200 was improved again: it was equipped with updated, more powerful engines.

Passenger compartment layout

Depending on the degree of comfort, the aircraft's capacity is 220 people when fully loaded and up to 170 in two economy and business class cabins. This is achieved by increasing the length of the fuselage. The manufacturing company gives the future operator the right to change the layout of the seats and the distance between the seats at its discretion, differing from the proposed layout.

Economy class

As a rule, the lion's share of seats on an airliner is allocated to economy class due to its popularity. However, there are also some nuances here. For example, rows with limited seat recline and high-comfort seats. These seats may vary from airline to airline, but the worst seats will always be considered to be those located in the tail, regardless of the cabin layout. It is there that the toilet and luggage compartment are located, the seat backs do not recline because of the wall and, in addition, large queues often accumulate near the toilets.

Business Class

Tickets to the business class cabin are much more expensive than economy class and such seats do have advantages, but not all of them. Seats in the first and seventh rows according to the standard plan will be a little worse because they are close to the toilet, kitchen and economy class, which is usually packed to capacity with passengers.

Best places

If you take a more general look at the layouts of the Airbus A321 cabins of various airlines, you can conclude that they are not very different from each other. For example, in business class the best seats are from rows 2 to 6, because they are located almost in the middle.

In economy class, row 8 seats are ideal for travel. Why? Due to its close location to the emergency exit and the empty space near it. This means that you can calmly stretch your legs without fear of inadvertently knocking on the backs of the seats of neighboring passengers. Plus, the service of drinks and food begins right from the beginning of the plane at the end, and passengers in the 8th row receive their lunch first in economy class.

The 19th row, like the 8th, is located next to the emergency exit, so there is also a lot of legroom here. However, many passengers do not like these seats due to the close proximity to the toilet.

The 20th row ranks second in terms of comfort: a lot of legroom, location near the window, you can easily get up and return to your seat without disturbing your neighbors. These places are best for traveling with a child.

Aircraft characteristics

The Airbus A321 aircraft partly consists of composite materials, due to which the strength of the hull has increased significantly in deteriorating weather conditions and during overload. EFIS avionics systems manufactured in France provide timely warning of malfunctions in engines and on-board systems.

Design features

Additional electronic equipment allows pilots to maintain necessary navigation, which significantly reduces the likelihood that the aircraft will deviate from its intended course, especially in difficult conditions.

Main technical characteristics of the Airbus 321:

Flight data:

History of creation

It was decided to create the Airbus A-321 aircraft as an improved modification of the previous A-320 model. The A-321-200 modification has, in addition to an improved maximum flight range and take-off weight, an increased volume of an additional fuel tank installed in the tail, which means that the airliner can go longer without refueling. It also has an advanced braking system that makes it safer for travel.

Airbus was the first to use so-called “sharklets”, which are aircraft wing tips used to save money during the construction of the airliner. Currently, many older Airbus models, built relatively recently, are also equipped with sharklets.

Where is it produced?

Airbus is headquartered in the European Union. All old aircraft models were produced in France, in the southern city of Toulouse. But it was decided to build the A321 at a new plant in Hamburg (Germany), equipped with all the necessary modern equipment. The production still exists today, producing a line of narrow-body airliners.

Cost of different models

Today, the price of airbuses is constantly increasing due to the increasing exchange rate of world currencies. Now the airbus 321-200 model can be purchased for $116 million, and the latest modification A321neo for $127 million. This is the nominal average cost.

Compared to previous years, aircraft prices have increased significantly. Also, the older the airliner model, the cheaper it is. For example, the A318 aircraft, which can accommodate up to 132 passengers, currently costs $75.9 million.

News, modernization, prospects

Modern production and progress in mechanical engineering do not stand still. Airbus has developed a new and improved model of the Airbus, giving it the name A321neo. Deciphering neo - “New Engine Option”, which means “new engine option”.

The main difference between the modified A321neo family is the new engines, which reduce fuel consumption by 15%, emissions into the atmosphere by 10% and operating costs by 8%. This is a difference compared to previous A321 models created in the 90s of the 20th century.