Croatia Airlines is continuing its narrowbody fleet renewal with the scheduled delivery of two Airbus A220-300s, bearing serial numbers 55363 and 55357, later in June 2025. This fleet expansion is part of a phased transition away from older aircraft models and toward more fuel-efficient, next-generation airframes.
Croatia Airlines is set to receive its first 127-seat A220-100 aircraft in October 2025. This addition will mark the smallest aircraft in the carrier’s fleet, enhancing flexibility and efficiency for regional and domestic operations.
Croatia Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, serial number 55350, from U.S.-based lessor Azorra, marking the sixth A220 aircraft to join its fleet. This delivery is the first of three aircraft the airline is scheduled to receive from Azorra by 2026, as part of a comprehensive plan to overhaul and modernize its narrowbody fleet.
Croatia Airlines has announced plans to retire one Airbus A320, serial number 1237, during 2025 as part of its broader fleet modernization strategy. The retirement aligns with the carrier’s move to a single-type fleet centered around the Airbus A220, offering improved efficiency and operational standardization.
Croatia Airlines has been notified of delivery delays affecting four Airbus A220 aircraft originally scheduled for arrival during 2025. Despite the setbacks, the airline’s third A220 is now confirmed for delivery in May 2025, maintaining momentum in its transition to a new-generation fleet.
Croatia Airlines has initiated the gradual retirement of its De Havilland Canada Q400 turboprop fleet, targeting a complete phase-out by 2027. As part of this strategy, the airline confirmed that two aircraft — serial numbers 4205 and 4211 — exited its active fleet earlier in 2025, marking the start of a long-planned transition to a fully jet-powered fleet.
Croatia Airlines has continued its fleet modernization strategy by retiring another DHC8 turboprop, specifically the unit with serial number 4205, as part of its ongoing transition toward an all-jet fleet centered on the Airbus A220 family. This marks another step in phasing out its legacy De Havilland Canada Dash 8-Q400 aircraft.
World Star Aviation (UK) has successfully delivered two CFM56-7B engines on lease to Turkish Airlines and Go2Sky (Slovakia), further strengthening its presence in the engine leasing market. Additionally, the company has novated a CFM56-5B engine lease to Croatia Airlines, ensuring continued support for airline fleet operations.
Croatia Airlines has warned of negative financial outcomes in the short term, citing challenges associated with its fleet renewal investment cycle. The airline is currently undergoing a major fleet transition, which is expected to improve long-term operational efficiency but will temporarily strain financial performance.
Croatia Airlines has retired its first DHC8 aircraft, identified by serial number 4211, as part of its strategic transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet. This move represents a significant step in the airline’s modernization efforts, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
