Start here: TPG's first look at JetBlue's super-posh Airbus A321neo
2021 is shaping up to be especially exciting for JetBlue. Earlier this year, we had a chance to check out the carrier's first Airbus A220, which offers short- and medium-haul flyers a far more comfortable ride, with wide seats in a spacious 2-3 configuration, high-res seat-back entertainment and speedy and free Wi-Fi throughout the plane.
Now, the carrier is ready to grow its family of Airbus A320 planes — the type of aircraft you'll find on many of JetBlue's longer and more popular flights. The airline has been working to refresh its existing A320s, adding newer seats and upgraded amenities, but this latest A321neo takes onboard amenities to an entirely new level.
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Naturally, the biggest changes will impact JetBlue's premium cabin — flyers lucky enough to score a spot there will find the airline's latest Mint business-class suite. While a long-range version will eventually fly 24 business-class travelers across the Atlantic, this first A321neo will be used to domestic and regional flights, sporting a total of 16 Mint suites, arranged in a spacious 1-1 configuration.
The economy cabin, which the carrier more commonly refers to as "Core," offers some notable upgrades as well. You'll find 144 seats in this regional A321 version, arranged in a standard 3-3 configuration. Expect a seat width of 18.4 inches, a 10.1-inch 1080p screen, and both AC and USB power ports.
Ready for a closer look? We dig into the new A321neo experience in much more detail in the posts below. And be sure to bookmark this page — we'll have plenty more to share over the next few days.
JetBlue takes delivery of first A321neo with new Mint biz
The first new Mint-equipped A321neo will begin flying passengers as early as June 2021. Read more.
First look: JetBlue’s brand-new Mint Suite, Mint Studio
Every cabin will feature two versions of the new product, with the first row offering even more personal space. Read more.
Take a tour of JetBlue's A321neo Mint cabin
The new Mint is expected to begin flying as soon as June 2021, when it launches on the carrier's existing route between New York-JFK and Los Angeles. Read more.
Touring economy on JetBlue's new Airbus A321neo
JetBlue's new Airbus A321neo doesn't just feature a new Mint business class — it also sports a refreshed, top-notch coach cabin. Read more.
The new gold standard: JetBlue’s spiffy Mint Studio
While JetBlue's new Mint Suites are definitely an improvement over the tried-and-true Mint 1.0, the real show-stopper is Mint Studio. Read more.
How JetBlue’s new Mint stacks up against the original
JetBlue's latest business-class cabin is a massive improvement for everyone, except those who scored one of the four suites in the original configuration. Read more.
Where to sit when flying JetBlue’s latest A321neo
Thanks to speedy onboard Wi-Fi, on-demand entertainment and a fun snack bar/drink fridge, regardless of where you sit, you're likely to enjoy your ride. Read more.
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- Earn bonus Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) and an Medallion Qualifying Dollar (MQD) waiver when you hit specific spending thresholds with your card within a calendar year
- Receive a Domestic Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year
- Statement credit for TSA PreCheck/Global Entry fee (up to $100)
- First checked bag free
Cons
- Doesn't make sense if you don't fly Delta
- SkyMiles aren't the most valuable airline currency
- Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
- Receive a Domestic Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year upon renewal of your Card. Payment of the government imposed taxes and fees of no more than $80 for roundtrip domestic flights (for itineraries with up to four flight segments) is required. Baggage charges and other restrictions apply. See terms and conditions for details.
- Enjoy your first checked bag free on Delta flights. Plus enjoy Main Cabin 1 Priority Boarding and settle into your seat sooner.
- New: Card Members get 15% off when using miles to book Award Travel on Delta flights through delta.com and the Fly Delta app. Discount not applicable to partner-operated flights or to taxes and fees.
- Earn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels.
- Earn 2X Miles at restaurants worldwide including takeout and delivery in the U.S., and at U.S. supermarkets.
- Earn 1X Mile on all other eligible purchases.
- Enjoy a per-visit rate of $50 per person for Card Members and up to two guests to enter the Delta Sky Club when traveling on a Delta flight.
- Fee Credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® after you apply through any Authorized Enrollment Provider. If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck.
- Earn up to 20,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) with Status Boost® per year. After you spend $25,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, you can earn 10,000 MQMs up to two times per year, getting you closer to Medallion® Status. MQMs are used to determine Medallion® Status and are different than miles you earn toward flights.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- $250 Annual Fee.
- Terms Apply.
- See Rates & Fees