Air Astana looks to expand Asian network with A321LR

Air Astana has introduced a new Airbus A321LR to its fleet as it looks to expand its Asian network. New destinations under consideration include Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo. The new A321LRs will also gradually replace the airline’s Boeing 757 aircraft on existing long-haul services to Asian destinations including Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur and Seoul. The first aircraft went into service earlier this month.