The Airbus A321 is the largest aircraft in the A320 family. S7 Airlines operates the A321 in a business + economy configuration.
Characteristics of A321
Layout of seats in the A321 cabin: 
Business class seats
Business class on the A321 has 8 seats. The seats are arranged in a 2 x 2 configuration. Any of the seats in this class will provide you with comfort during the flight. The attached photo clearly shows the interior.
Economy class seats
As in any economy class cabin, the A321 of S7 Airlines has the best seats, regular ones and seats that are best avoided during check-in.
Row 3
The best seats on the plane are located in this row. Some passengers claim that the partition between business class and the 3rd row of economy class creates discomfort during the flight.
I see only advantages in having this wall.
- No one will lower the back of the chair in front and limit your space.
- During the flight, you see a positive light green picture, and not someone’s hair or, conversely, the absence of it.
- Children will not play with dolls/cars on the back of the chair in front of you, dropping toys into your coffee.
- A queue-free toilet near you.
- Guaranteed hot lunch and full range of drinks.
Carry-on luggage can be placed in overhead bins. If there is no free space on the shelf, give your bag to the flight attendant - he will find somewhere to place your luggage.
Rows 4-8
Regular places. Standard seat pitch. The view from the window is not blocked by the wing or engine. Those who choose an aisle seat will not be disturbed by passengers walking around the cabin or queuing for the toilet.
As practice shows, toilets at the rear of the cabin are in greater demand than at the bow.
The noise and hum of voices will literally remain behind you.
Row 9
I do not recommend choosing seats in this row for those who like to look at the landscapes during the flight. There are no window seats here. Among the additional inconveniences of being seated in seats 9B and 9E, I would include the contemplation of the outstretched legs, with or without shoes, of passengers from the 10th row who checked in in seats A and F.
Row 10
Important! Seats with extra legroom are A and F only!
The rest of the seats do not differ in parameters from the seats, for example, in the 5th row.
Row 11
The seat pitch is standard. Inconveniences can be caused by partially blocking the view from the window, the engine on the wing and increased noise from operation at some stages of the flight.
Rows 12-19
The seats in these rows are practically in the middle of the cabin. As a rule, in aircraft similar to the A321, food begins to be distributed from the nose and tail at the same time.
Passengers in center rows (12-19) may receive a limited selection of food without choice.
These rows are also not suitable for those who like seats by the “window”. All views are covered with a wing.
Row 20
The view from the window is partially obscured by the trailing edge of the wing and the engine. Additional noise may occur during takeoff and landing.
Row 22
Unique series. Practically, business class. There are two chairs and there are no people on the left or right. Just as there is no room for 22F – i.e. at the porthole. In place of this seat there may be the outstretched legs of a passenger from seat 23F.
Row 23
The seats in this row have increased legroom.
1. Depending on the tail number of the Airbus A321 at S7 Airlines, Extra Space seats may differ.
2. There are no portholes in this row!
Row 24-34
Regular seats, standard seat pitch. The closer you are to row 34, the greater the likelihood of seeing a queue for the toilet.
Row 35
The seats in the last row are traditionally the worst seats on any plane.
The seat backs in this row do not recline, which creates inconvenience on a long flight. Proximity to the most visited toilets A321.
Discomfort from slamming doors, conversations and people leaning on the backs of chairs while waiting in line to go to the toilet, etc.
The Airbus A321 narrow-body aircraft, designed for passenger transportation on short and medium-haul airlines, was launched by the European consortium Airbus S.A.S in 1988. It became the first aircraft with a fly-by-wire control system. As of July 2016, 7,911 of these aircraft were sold.
The new airliner received a cabin equipped according to the most modern standards at that time. Pointer instruments were replaced with screens. Instead of steering wheels, side handles are installed. All their movements, processed by a computer, are transmitted to the mechanisms. Thanks to a high level of automation, the crew size has been increased to two pilots.
The passenger cabin of the airliner is spacious. Racks for hand luggage have a large capacity. Thanks to the enlarged cargo hatches, loading luggage is faster and more convenient. This aircraft is the largest among the narrow-body aircraft of this company. It is also worth noting that the flight cost is the lowest among this class of aircraft.
In Russia, all major airlines have A321s, including Aeroflot and Ural Airlines. Moreover, this airliner is presented in their fleets as having several interior layout options. Since the aircraft's flight range is close to six thousand kilometers, it is actively used to transport large tourist groups abroad. Most often, in such cases, airliners are used that have a cabin layout represented only by economy class. In this regard, the Ural Airlines company stands out, preferring aircraft only with this type of cabin layout.
The best and worst places
The seats located in the first row in an economy class layout have both pros and cons. They are located near both the kitchen and the toilet. Therefore, queues may accumulate here during the flight. In addition, although there are no seats in front, which means no one can recline the backrest, somewhat constraining the passenger, there is nothing good in front of the eyes of the blank wall. However, this is compensated to some extent by the fact that there is more space in front. So it’s comfortable to sit in this row.
The seats located in rows two to nine do not differ in their advantages and disadvantages. True, there is still a plus. Flight attendants serve food starting from the bow of the plane. So passengers sitting in these rows get it first.
The tenth row is located in front of the emergency exit. For this reason it has a disadvantage. They are non-reclining seat backs.
The eleventh row contains not 6 seats, but four. He is located at the emergency exit. For this reason, there are no seats at the windows. They could interfere with an emergency landing. This series is one of the best. There are no seats in front, so you can always position your legs comfortably. The inconvenience is that the folding tables are located in the armrests. Because of this, they cannot be raised.
In the twelfth row, the window seats are comfortable. Here, passengers are not disturbed by the seats in front, since there are none. So sitting in this window row for several hours of flight is not particularly tiring.
The places located in rows from thirteenth to 24th do not have any special features. But passengers in the next, 25th row have inconveniences. They are the same as in the tenth row. The backs of these chairs do not recline.
Seats in the 26th row have the same features as in the eleventh. There is also a lot of space ahead. However, unlike the eleventh row, there are not four seats, but six. In this case, seats A and F, located next to the emergency exit, are installed with some bevel.
The chairs located in rows 27 to 36 do not differ in any particular way. True, the rows located closer to the tail of the plane are also closer to the toilet. Here, as in the bow, queues may appear.
The worst places are those in the 37th and 38th rows. The toilet is located in close proximity to them. Seats E and F, located in the 37th row, stand out somewhat better here. They are located at the portholes. Unlike passengers sitting at the aisle, passengers sitting here are not disturbed by those walking along the aisle or standing in line for the toilet.
The further fate of the liner
The A321 aircraft successfully competes with its analogues. New engines and wingtips made it possible to increase its workload. This increase was two tons. The flight range has also increased by 900 kilometers. This happened due to the two reasons mentioned above, which ensured a reduction in fuel consumption by fifteen percent.
With a two-class layout, the aircraft's interior can accommodate 185 passengers. If there is only one class in the cabin, then the number of passengers is 220 people. New A321 models provide for an increase in the number of passengers. Due to a more rational layout, the aircraft will be able to transport 240 people. At the same time, the seats will remain as comfortable as on existing models.
Characteristics of the Airbus A321 aircraft
Length: 44.5 m.
Height: 11.8 m.
Wingspan: 35.8 m.
Wing area: 122.4 sq.m.
Fuselage width: 3.7 m.
Cruising speed: 840 km/h.
Maximum speed: 890 km/h.
Flight range: 5900 km.
Number of passenger seats: 185 – 236.
Crew: 2 hours
Conclusion
The given characteristics of the aircraft and the level of comfort provided to passengers indicate that the A321 airliner has become a new step in the development of civil aviation. Although it is not a new development, the design solutions found allow for its further improvement.
The use of new engines and the design of wing tips, in all likelihood, will not be the limit that can be used on an aircraft. AP means that in the coming years we can expect further improvement. It is quite possible that there will be many such improvements, and they will all be combined in a new airliner model.
Taxi cost calculation to the airport
The Russian airline Nord Wind is quite young and reliable. It is popular with passengers and operates international charter flights. The aircraft fleet is on average 14.5 years old. The airline currently operates 20 aircraft of various Boeing and Airbus models. Of these, the majority are Airbus A321-200. There are 8 of them in the fleet. The cabin layout of the Airbus 321 200 Nordwind will help passengers choose the most comfortable and optimal seats for themselves before traveling.
Overview of aircraft cabin seats
This aircraft model is the largest in the A320 family. Nord Wind operates a single-class aircraft. In this configuration, the cabin accommodates 220 economy class seats. This type of airbus a321 200 is used for budget flights. The distance between the seats has been reduced for greater capacity, so people with long legs will find the standard row uncomfortable.
1st row. There is enough free space in front of the chairs to place your feet comfortably. You can also place your bag or backpack on the floor. Moreover, it is from this row that the distribution of drinks and food will begin, so you will receive it right away. One of the downsides is that there will be a wall in front of you the entire flight and not everyone likes to look at it. In addition, the close location of the kitchen will cause some inconveniences, such as constant noise, smells, etc. There is also a bathroom not too far from these places.
9th. The seat on the right side of the window may have limitations in reclining, since the escape hatch is located not far from them.
10th. Due to the fact that emergency exits are located directly behind this row, the seat backs do not have a reclining function. For this reason, you will have to sit upright for the entire flight, which can be painful for your back, especially if you have back problems.
11th row. On the cabin diagram of the Nordwind Airbus 321 200 aircraft, these seats are among the most comfortable. There are emergency exits on both sides of this row, so there will be a long distance in front of you from the seats in front. This will give you the opportunity to sit comfortably and put your feet up.
23rd. Standard row, but the space near the window has the same restrictions as in row 9; the backrest does not recline.
24th. There are escape hatches directly behind it, so you will have to spend the entire flight vertically. This is due to the fact that the seat backs here do not have the ability to recline, so as not to block the approach to the exits.
25th row. Places here have the same advantages as in 11th. There is quite a lot of space in front of them to put your feet.
36th. The unlucky places in this row are those located near the aisle. This is explained by the fact that the toilets are located at the rear of the cabin. Other passengers will likely be waiting in line next to your seat, which can be annoying and intrusive.
37th. There will be a wall of toilets directly behind the backrests. Therefore they do not have a reclining function. You will have to sit upright the entire way. In addition, there will be constant movement of other passengers, flight attendants with trolleys near you, who can push you, step on your feet, and they will also slam the door. And you will receive food last, since it will be distributed from the beginning of the salon.
Best places
The most preferred seats, especially for long flights, are those located immediately behind the emergency exits: in the 11th and 25th rows. However, it is worth remembering that not all passengers can fly here. According to the rules of most airlines, tickets for these seats are not sold to the following categories:
- Women in "position"
- To old people
- Passengers with a child or animal
- Teenagers under 16 years of age
- For disabled people
This is due to the fact that if a critical situation arises, passengers should sit here, who not only will not interfere, but will also help open the hatch and allow others to get out of the plane.
Ural Airlines now occupies an honorable fourth place in terms of the volume of passenger traffic served. Every year the air carrier expands its flight program, thereby attracting a large number of new customers and partners.
Ural Airlines has extensive experience in the domestic air transportation market: the company's history dates back to 1943.
The airline's fleet, which consists exclusively of modern, comfortable air transport, certainly deserves special attention. These are mainly models of the European concern Airbus, belonging to the A320 series. The air carrier pays great attention to re-equipping its existing fleet, purchasing new aircraft every year under operating lease.
Now the airline has 27 aircraft in its arsenal, of which 19 are A320 aircraft, 11 are A321 and another 7 are A319.
This is what an Airbus A321 looks like
As mentioned above, the transport fleet of Ural Airlines contains 11 aircraft Model A321. All of them were released between 1998 and 2006. A fairly large number of passengers fly on this type of transport. Of course, for these people it is important what kind of cabin layout the Airbus industrie A321 Ural Airlines has. You need to know this at least in order to prepare for the flight in advance or choose the best seats when booking.
All 11 aircraft have the same configuration. The Ural Airlines A321 cabin layout has 220 economy class seats. Nordwind Airlines aircraft have a similar configuration.
Schematic representation of the A321 cabin with emergency exits
Best places
In order to make your flight as comfortable as possible, you need to take care of choosing your seats in advance. To do this, it is necessary to have an accurate description of the proposed conditions.
In aircraft like the Airbus A321, Ural Airlines offers the best seats, as is usually the case, in the forefront. The following amenities are available to passengers:
- more knee room (compared to standard rows);
- lack of seats in front (no one can recline their seat back);
- relatively good air conditioning.
Of course, these places have certain disadvantages. These include the proximity of toilets and kitchens. For those who do not tolerate unnecessary fuss, noise and various smells, the impression of the flight can be spoiled by these factors. In addition, the close location to the partition creates a feeling of enclosed space. Some passengers really don't like sitting against the wall all the time.
Places located on the 11th row, are also considered one of the best in this aircraft model. They are located in front of the emergency exit, so passengers in the 11th row have a little more space in front of them. You can calmly get up from your seat without disturbing anyone. In addition, the front row seats are locked, and no one can recline the seat back on you.
However, these places also have minor drawbacks. Among them it is worth noting:
- on the 11th row it is sometimes a little colder;
- hand luggage of passengers in this row should not be placed on the floor or in the aisle;
- travelers with small children and animals, elderly citizens, disabled people and pregnant women cannot fly here;
- folding tables are built into the armrests and therefore do not move in any way;
- There is no porthole in this row.
The interior layout of the Airbus 321 Ural Airlines also offers another good option for accommodation - this is row 26. Here the seats have the same advantages as those located in the 11th row. Among the shortcomings, one can note only a larger number of seats. Also, seats A and F may not have armrests. The porthole in this row is either completely absent or not located very conveniently.
Sometimes seats A and F, located in row 12, do not have seats in front. This is very convenient, as there is additional legroom, and no one in front will recline the seat back. This configuration is available on most A321 models. However, it is worth checking with airline staff for information about these places.
The interior of the A321 aircraft with basic designations
Places with obvious disadvantages
The claims that will be described below are made by the majority of passengers. But this does not mean that all travelers are equally uncomfortable flying in such conditions. For some, such comments turn out to be absolutely insignificant.
Places located on the 10th row limited in reclining due to its close location to the emergency exit. Many travelers note that they are uncomfortable flying in one position. Of course, this is quite relevant for long-distance flights. Has the same disadvantages 25th row.
Aeroflot's fleet includes 26 Airbus A321-200 aircraft. This is a medium-range passenger aircraft, an extended version of the Airbus A320. All models were supplied to the company directly from the manufacturing plant in Europe, and were not operated by other airlines. The oldest aircraft made its first flight under the company's brand in November 2004. The “youngest” airliner took off in December 2013.
There are several interior configurations for this model. In the scheme presented on the official Aeroflot website, the cabin will accommodate 170 passengers. Business class has 28 seats, economy class has 142 seats.
Let's move on to analyzing the best and worst seats on this plane.
Row 1-7. Relatively simple business class on an Airbus. It differs from economy by increased space between the rows, wide seats, spacious aisles between the rows, an individual menu and free alcohol.
The seats here are the most comfortable on board (which is logical), but not without drawbacks. The outermost row 7 has poor visibility from the window (porthole). Also, the seat backs are limited in reclining due to the partition from the economy class. It seems like a small thing, but when you pay a lot of money, you expect complete comfort from the flight.
Row 8. First row of economy class. Seats designated on the Aeroflot map as “Space+” seats. Or places of increased comfort. There is additional legroom due to the presence of an emergency exit in front of the row. Another advantage is that no one will lean back on you.
However, there are also disadvantages. Due to safety reasons, passengers with small children, animals, disabled people and elderly people are not allowed here. According to some information, the seats may not have an armrest on the wall side. There are restrictions on storing hand luggage. But perhaps the most important drawback is the additional payment for booking, from 25 to 50 euros depending on the distance of the flight (the further, the more expensive).
Economy class cabin photo:
Row 18. One of the most undesirable rows for booking. The seat backs here are limited in reclining, making it not very convenient to look out the window. There is a toilet nearby, which means additional noise, sounds of the flush tank, constant queues near the chair.Row 19. Controversial places, with their pros and cons. Although they are designated as “places of increased comfort.” Advantages:
- Emergency exit provides additional legroom;
- The absence of a row in front means that no one will lean back on you.
- The seats are arranged in pairs and there are only four of them in a row, as in business class. This provides additional space for passengers seated on the edge of the aircraft.
Row 20. Seats A and F. More comfortable seats, unlike the previous row. Also marked as “Space+”, which means they require additional. payment. There is a lot of space in front of the chair (even too much), since there is no chair in front. Even a tall person can stretch their legs to their full height. The back of your neighbor's chair in front won't hurt you either. The toilet is no longer as close as in row 19. A small minus of these places is that there is little space for storing hand luggage.
Row 30 and 31. The “worst” places to fly. In terms of their disadvantages, the row is a complete analogue of the 18th row. The toilet is too close, which does not add comfort.
