United expands Polaris suite offerings with "Born to Explore" A321XLR
United's "Born to Explore" A321XLR features the United Polaris suite with a privacy door, free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus® members, 4K OLED screens with Bluetooth connectivity
United has announced the next stage of its international network expansion, including the debut of the latest international aircraft in its fleet, the "Born to Explore" A321XLR, at an event at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The announcement was made at an event at EWR attended by CEO Scott Kirby, Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella and Senior Vice President of Global Network Planning and Alliances Patrick Quayle.
"The creative and strategic way we have expanded our international network since the pandemic has made all the difference, not only for our customers and employees, but also as a way to differentiate United and build a brand focused on customers," said Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines. "We offer the most flights across the Atlantic and Pacific and Newark is the best Atlantic gateway in the country - so far this year, it's the most on-time airport in the New York City area. We're going to keep building on that momentum as we welcome the new A321XLR to our fleet and continue to elevate the travel experience for every customer who chooses United."
The "Born to Explore" aircraft
United's "Born to Explore" A321XLR will support United's international growth in summer 2027 with service to additional destinations in Ibiza, Luxembourg, Marseille, Toulouse and Valencia.
United's A321XLR is a single-aisle aircraft designed to elevate international travel for everyone onboard with features like a new United Polaris suite with a privacy door, free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus® members, 4K OLED screens with Bluetooth connectivity, a snack bar in United Economy® and Economy Plus® seats with extra elbow room and access to a shared table across an open middle seat – United expects to be the only major U.S. airline that will offer this seating option, the August 25 press release said.
The aircraft also offers 32 premium seats, including 20 United Polaris® suites and 12 United Premium Plus® seats – 16 more premium seats than the 757-200.
The A321XLR is scheduled to start flying select domestic routes in September and will transition to international service on December 1.
