The new A321XLR is expected to shake up the industry when it officially launches in November.picture alliance/Getty ImagesAirbus' A321XLR promises airlines new long-haul market options as it nears certification.Boeing's absence at an upcoming international airshow means all eyes will be on Airbus' new plane.Thanks to its extra rear center fuel tank, the narrowbody can fly up to 11 hours nonstop.Boeing's quality control problems following the Alaska Airlines door plug blowout have forced it to scale back production and cut delivery targets for its 737 Max aircraft.To better focus on cleaning up its latest Max mess, the manufacturer is not bringing any passenger planes to the Farnborough International Airshow this year, one of the aviation industry's biggest and most-attended events.With nothing commercial to show from Boeing, which usually has its 777X and Max test jets on display, all eyes will be on European rival Airbus.