Airline Liveries
Originally developed by Bombardier as the CSeries, this revolutionary aircraft was designed specifically for the 120-160 seat market. Features advanced aerodynamics, all-new Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines, and state-of-the-art fly-by-wire controls.
Passengers
130-160
Range
4,082 mi
Cruise Speed
515 mph
First Flight
2016
Did You Know?
The A220 reduces fuel burn and CO2 emissions by 25% per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, making it one of the most efficient single-aisle jets ever built.
History & Timeline
Key Milestones
First Flight
The CS300 completed its maiden flight on February 27, 2015, from Mirabel, demonstrating the stretched fuselage configuration.
Entry into Service
airBaltic became the first CS300 operator on December 14, 2016, quickly becoming the types most enthusiastic advocate.
Rebranded as A220-300
Following Airbus acquisition, the CS300 became the A220-300, gaining access to Airbuss global sales, service, and support network.
Development Story
Launch as CS300
The CS300 (now A220-300) was launched alongside the CS100 as the larger variant, stretched to seat 130-160 passengers while maintaining the same efficiency.
Delta Airlines Champion
Delta Air Lines became the largest A220 operator with orders for 145 aircraft, championing the type for efficient service on thinner routes.
Interesting Facts
Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan
The A220-300 is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G geared turbofan engines, which use a gear system to optimize fan and turbine speeds for maximum efficiency.
Legacy & Impact
New Market Standard
The A220-300 has set a new standard for the 130-160 seat market, forcing competitors to develop new designs to match its efficiency and passenger experience.
Technical Specifications
Performance
- Range
- 6,570 km (4,082 mi)
- Cruise Speed
- 829 km/h (515 mph)
- Service Ceiling
- 12,497 m (41,001 ft)
Dimensions
- Length
- 38.7 m (127 ft)
- Wingspan
- 35.1 m (115 ft)
Capacity
- Passengers
- 130-160
- Cargo Volume
- 31.5 m³
Engines
- Engine Count
- 2x PW1500G
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney
- Thrust (each)
- 103.6 kN
Weights
- Max Takeoff (MTOW)
- 69,900 kg (154,103 lbs)
- Fuel Capacity
- 21,805 L (5,760 gal)
Takeoff / Landing
- Takeoff Distance
- 1,890 m (6,201 ft)
- Landing Distance
- 1,356 m (4,449 ft)
Commercial
- Total Orders
- 785
- Delivered
- 400
- List Price
- $91.5M
History
- First Flight
- January 1, 2016
- Status
- In Production
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Airlines Operating This Aircraft
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Sources
Data compiled from the following sources:
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National Aero Stands
PW1500G: 23,300 lbf with 12:1 bypass ratio
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Wikipedia - Airbus A220
Fleet of 314 aircraft by Jan 2024; 100M passengers by Jul 2024
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