Pratt & Whitney (US) and Delta Air Lines (US) have entered into a long-term agreement to expand the GTF engine overhaul capacity at Delta TechOps’ Atlanta facility. This move reflects growing global demand for GTF maintenance support and aims to transform the facility into one of the largest GTF MRO centers in the world over the next decade.
Korean Air has confirmed that four out of its ten Airbus A220-300s have been grounded due to ongoing engine-related issues, which are expected to impact its domestic operations during summer 2025. The affected aircraft include serial numbers 55022, 55049, 55019, and 55031.
Bulgaria Air has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, serial 55325, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s fleet modernization strategy, enhancing fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility.
TAAG Angola has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, serial 55334, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s modernization strategy, improving fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility.
Czech Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A220-300, serial 55330, which will be operated by parent company Smartwings. The aircraft is powered by PW1500G engines, adding a new-generation, fuel-efficient narrowbody to its fleet. Aircraft Details Strategic Importance The A220-300 enhances Czech Airlines’ operational efficiency, offering improved fuel consumption and lower emissions. With Smartwings managing operations, the aircraft will support network expansion and fleet modernization.
ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, has recently taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, bearing the serial number 55323. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
Delta (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, bearing serial number 55337. The aircraft is powered by PW1500G engines and is part of Delta’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts.
airBaltic (Latvia) has entered a strategic partnership with SUA Lineas Aereas (Uruguay), expanding its leasing operations into South America. As part of the agreement, airBaltic plans to wet lease up to five Airbus A220-300 aircraft to SUA starting October 2025, marking an important step in its ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) leasing strategy.
airBaltic (Latvia) has been forced to cancel 4,670 flights scheduled across all its bases for the summer 2025 season. The cancellations come as a direct result of Pratt & Whitney (US) informing the carrier that several of its A220-300 aircraftwill remain grounded well into 2025 due to ongoing engine shortages.
Air France has further advanced its fleet modernization efforts with the arrival of a brand-new Airbus A220-300, identified by serial number 55327. This aircraft, powered by the highly efficient PW1500G engines, reflects the airline’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, passenger comfort, and operational efficiency.
