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JetBlue Airways, which marked its 25th anniversary since commencing operations in February 2000, continues to operate some of its original Airbus A320 aircraft. The airline initially started with two aircraft, serving routes from New York JFK to Buffalo and Fort Lauderdale, later adding Tampa.

The decision to choose the Airbus A320 as the standard aircraft for JetBlue was influenced by several factors. JetBlue founder David Neeleman had previously been part of Southwest Airlines' executive team and attempted to secure similar pricing from Boeing for his new venture. However, Boeing's refusal led JetBlue towards Airbus. According to former CEO David Barger, "This airline was going to be a Boeing airline, I kid you not... Then Airbus came in and showed they really wanted the business."

As of January 2025, JetBlue operates nearly 300 aircraft across various types including A220-300s, A320-200s, A321-200s, A321neos, and E190s. Despite plans to retire older models like the E190s and replace them with newer ones such as the A220s and A321neos, delivery delays have affected these transitions.

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JetBlue currently operates two versions of the A320: Classic and Restyled. The Classic version consists of 11 aircraft that retain their original configuration without refurbishment. These Classics are noted for having fewer seats but more space compared to their Restyled counterparts.

The future of these Classic A320s is uncertain due to deferred deliveries of newer models like the A321neo. This delay means that these older planes may continue flying until at least the end of this decade. The potential replacement by incoming A220s remains possible if production rates increase.

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