Akbar Al Baker was always bold about fleet moves.
If Qatar skipped A321XLR, they’re clearly holding out.
Engine choice is everything here.
Rolls-Royce bowing out hurt momentum.
CFM or GE could carry it.
Pratt might surprise if reliability improves.
Boarding speed from twin-aisle design would be a win.
Single-aisle pivot feels like a compromise.
Boeing needs a clean-sheet, not another stretch.
Landing gear lessons from MAX can’t repeat.