AirBaltic Marks Latvia’s National Day With A220 Flyover Latvia’s national airline airBaltic commemorated the 107th anniversary of the Republic of Latvia with a special ceremonial flyover in Riga, showcasing an Airbus A220-300 painted in the distinctive red-white-red colors of the Latvian flag. The aircraft, bearing registration YL-CSL, flew along the 11th November Embankment, drawing significant public attention as part of…
Air France has marked a major milestone in its fleet modernization program with the delivery of its 46th Airbus A220-300, continuing its commitment to sustainability and efficiency in operations. The aircraft was delivered from Airbus’s Mirabel facility in Canada, and the delivery flight itself was powered by a certified 50% blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), demonstrating the carrier’s…
Airbus has committed to providing an additional $94 million in financial support to Spirit AeroSystems, increasing its total assistance to the U.S.-based aerostructures manufacturer to $152 million. This move comes amid efforts to stabilize production and supply chain challenges that have impacted major aircraft programs, particularly the A220 and A320neo families for which Spirit is a key supplier.
SMBC Aero Engine Lease, based in the Netherlands, has successfully completed a sale and leaseback transactionwith Breeze Airways, a U.S.-based low-cost carrier, involving one Pratt & Whitney PW1524G engine. The transaction was finalized in April 2025 and adds to SMBC’s growing portfolio of engine leasing deals in the North American market.
Breeze Airways, the U.S.-based low-cost carrier, is considering the Airbus A220-500 as a key component of its future fleet renewal strategy. The stretched variant of the A220 series is still under evaluation by Airbus, and its formal launch would pave the way for carriers like Breeze to update and streamline their aircraft portfolio with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly…
Airbus is reportedly close to finalizing a major aircraft deal with LOT Polish Airlines for the acquisition of approximately 40 A220 aircraft, with options for an additional 44 jets, significantly boosting the airline’s modernization and expansion strategy. The agreement, expected to be one of LOT’s most substantial fleet investments in recent years, would mark a key shift in the carrier’s…
airBaltic, the national airline of Latvia, has officially launched an international executive search to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer, following the departure of longtime CEO Martin Gauss. The process is expected to last approximately three months, and notably, the airline confirmed that no compensation or severance will be paid to Gauss.
Bahamasair, the national airline of The Bahamas, is exploring plans to expand and modernize its fleet by potentially acquiring up to ten Airbus A220 aircraft. This strategic move aims to reduce operational costs by 13-15% and enhance the airline’s service offerings.
FlyArystan, Kazakhstan’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A320neo, serial number 12272. This modern aircraft is equipped with PW1127G-JM engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and lower environmental impact.
airBaltic (Latvia) has announced its operational results for 2024, reporting a significant milestone of carrying 8.3 million passengers, a testament to the airline’s strong performance over the year. This marks a substantial increase compared to previous years, reflecting growing demand across its network. In 2024, the airline successfully operated 73,300 flights, highlighting its capability to meet passenger demand…
