Airbus Unveils A321MPA: Answer To Boeing’s P-8A Poseidon

Airbus has recently unveiled an Airbus A321XLR maritime patrol derivative that is arguably an answer to Boeings P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol offering in the Airbus A321MPA, with the MPA standing for Maritime Patrol Aircraft. Aerotime.aero and others report that the French military has selected the A321MPA as the next French maritime patrol aircraft. According to an Airbus spokesperson, the A321MPA is intended to meet the French Navy’s need for an anti-submarine, anti-ship and intelligence gathering aircraft.