Hawaiian Airlines operates a fleet of 18 Airbus A321neos with an average age of 6.1 years. The airline’s choice of adding luxurious reclining seats in the front of the cabin sets it apart from the competition. Hawaiian aims to offer premium products onboard its fuel-efficient A321neo jets.
The next-generation, super-efficient Airbus narrowbody jets complement Hawaiian’s fleet of Airbus A330-200, Boeing 767-300 and Boeing 717 aircraft. The carrier's 18 Boeing 717 align well with the newest narrowbody addition.
Airbus A321neo
- Wingspan: 117 ft 5 in (35.80 m)
- Length: 123 ft 3 in (44.51 m)
- Height: 11 ft 7.6 in (11.76 m)
- Fuselage width: 13 ft (3.95 m)
- Cabin width: 12 ft 1 in (3.70 m)
- Passenger seating: 244 maximum seating, 180–220 typical seating
- Cargo capacity: 10 LD3-45W underfloor cargo capacity, 10 maximum pallets underfloor
- Operational range: 4,000 NM range
- Maximum ramp weight: 97.40 tonnes
- Maximum take-off weight: 97.00 tonnes
- Maximum landing weight: 79.20 tonnes
- Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney GTF engines
The Airbus A321neo (new engine option) is the streatched version of the Airbus A320 family aircraft designed for 200-230 passengers to fly a range of 4,000 NM. According to Airbus,
"The A321neo is a very popular aircraft which you can find flying with airlines of all business models across all continents. Integrating the latest engine generation and Sharklet™ wingtip devices, the A321neo delivers 20% less fuel burn and CO2 emissions* while flying up to 4,000nm. With the longest-fuselage of any A320 family aircraft, it offers a seating capacity of 180 to 220 passengers in a typical two-class configuration and 244 passengers in a high-density layout."
Hawaiian Airbus A321neo
Hawaiian Airlines has configured its A321neo fleet with a capacity for 189 passengers in three classes, offering ultimate comfort and flexibility during ‘mostly‘ over-water flights.
Seating Capacity: 189 seats
Premium Cabin: 16 reclining seats
- Seat Configuration: 2-2
- Pitch: 39"
Extra Comfort Premium Economy: 44 seats
- Seat Configuration: 3-3
- Pitch: 35"
Main Cabin: 129 standard seats
- Seat Configuration: 3-3
- Pitch: 30"
According to Hawaiian Airlines,
“Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and flavors of Hawaii aboard our new A321 neo, while enjoying warm, hospitable service from our award-winning crew. As our guest in these new state-of-the-art aircraft, you will enjoy our signature, island-style experience taken to a new level.”
Plenty of overhead storage space, access to wireless streaming entertainment, and USB outlets are a standard onboard Hawaiian A321neo fleet. According to the Managing Director of cargo operations at Hawaiian Airlines, Brad Matheny,
“The A321 aircraft will provide our customers with enhanced options for shipping their cargo to and from Hawaii, resulting in greater convenience and cost-efficiencies.”
A reflection of heritage and cultural traditions
An inspiring cabin experience
- Inspired by Hawaii’s craft and cultural traditions
- The heritage is expressed through bold, contemporary design
- Allowing passengers to immerse in the spirit of Hawaii while experiencing comfort and luxury
Textiles, textures, and color
- Inspired by kapa (bark cloth)
- Traditional fishing nets
- The use of geographical and natural elements in designing the cabin
- Subtle design cues and textures to discover throughout the cabin
A welcoming environment
- Hawaiian’s authentic hospitality is complimented by design touches that enhance comfort and ambiance
- Pivoting overhead bins
- Tablet holders integrated into the seat back
- USB power for flexibility of devices
- Additional legroom and additional power plugs in the Comfort cabin
Where do Hawaiian A321neos fly?
Data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, shows that Hawaiian Airlines primarily operates its A321neo fleet between the US Pacific mainland airports and the Hawaiian islands. Operating flights in the range of 2,300 - 2,950 miles, the A321neo aircraft can comfortably fly nonstop for 6-7 hours.
In January, the airline will operate 1,041 A321neo flights, offering 196,749 seats, amounting to nearly 500 million Available Seat Miles (ASMs). Nearly 22 city pairs are served with the Hawaiian A321neo fleet, offering luxurious Premium class seats to high-paying passengers.
Flights between most major west coast airports, including Los Angeles International (LAX), Long Beach Airport (LGB), Ontario Airport (ONT), Las Vegas (LAS), San Diego (SAN), Portland Airport (PDX), and Oakland Airport (OAK) to Hawaiian islands are operated once daily.
- SFO<>OGG: 10,600 seats, 24 million ASMs in January
- SJC<>OGG: 10,400 seats, 24 million ASMs in January
- SLC<>HNL: 9,200 seats, 27 million ASMs in January
- OAK<>OGG: 9,200 seats, 22 million ASMs in January
- OAK<>HNL: 8,600 seats, 21 million ASMs in January
- SMF<>LIH: 6,800 seats, 17 million ASMs in January
- SMF<>KOA: 4,800 seats, 12 million ASMs in January
Airports operating some of the lowest numbers of A321neo flights in January are between Honolulu and Seattle (13 one-way flights), San Francisco (13 one-way flights), Avarua, Cook Islands, Rarotonga (8 one-way flights), Kahului, HI (6 one-way flights).
- HNL<>SEA: 2,400 seats, 6.5 million ASMs in January
- HNL<>SFO: 2,400 seats, 5.7 million ASMs in January
- HNL<>RAR: 1,500 seats, 2.4 million ASMs in January
- HNL<>OGG: 1,120 seats, 114K ASMs in January
Guests enjoy access to wireless streaming entertainment, USB outlets, and additional overhead stowage space.
Powered by Pratt & Whitney PurePower® Geared Turbofan™ (GTF) engines and incorporating the latest in aerodynamics, the A321neo is the quietest and most fuel efficient aircraft in its class, leading to 16 percent lower fuel burn and carbon emissions over previous generation aircraft.
