Originally Posted by
richardwpprn
Do the larger types include A321s?
A 321 can operate off the current runway, as I believe it already has. As highlighted by other posts its mainly a question of the Max take-off weight can be accomodated ie combination of PAX, their bags, fuel and therein range that the aircraft can operate to. If the airline can make money from what's available, it they'll consider it.
Operation of the 321 with the combination of the current RWY 20 TORA 1650M and obstacles in the take-off climb area (Marhill Copse trees, now hopefully removed) there isn't a lot going for the 321, or should I say "the 321 isn't going far"?.
Given the improved TORA 1799M with the northern extension and the south end trees removed it opens up a lot more possibilities, especially for the Neo Please don't ask me exactly what as I don't have current performance charts. Look at what EZY have acheived with similar TORA at SEN.