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Three airlines expand Airbus A220 routes across Europe with long-haul flights

Three airlines expand Airbus A220 routes across Europe with long-haul flights
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The Airbus A220 is making strides in Europe, particularly with three airlines operating some of the longest routes on this regional jet. As of April, airBaltic, AnimaWings, and Swiss International Air Lines have established themselves as the major players in utilizing this aircraft on extended journeys, according to Cirium, an aviation analytics company.

airBaltic, a carrier predominantly owned by the Latvian government and based near Riga International Airport, is leveraging its fleet of 50 A220-300s to operate flights from the Baltic capitals to leisure destinations. The airline's longest route is a 2,913-mile journey from Tallinn, Estonia, to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. "Our aircraft offers an excellent flying experience," notes airBaltic, emphasizing the A220’s amenities such as wider seats and larger windows.

The airline's schedule includes long-haul flights to sun-soaked destinations like the Canary Islands, Dubai, Malaga in Spain, and Egypt's Red Sea locations. With a focus on leisure travel, the carrier is also eyeing fleet expansion, planning to operate 100 A220-300s by 2030.

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Romanian carrier AnimaWings, a lesser-known airline based in Otopeni, is also using the A220 for its long-distance routes. With plans to expand its current fleet of new aircraft, AnimaWings is flying from Bucharest to distant cities like Dubai and Marrakesh. The airline emphasizes the A220's suitability for both business and leisure travel segments.

Lastly, Swiss International Air Lines, Switzerland's flag carrier owned by Lufthansa, operates a singular long-haul A220 route between Geneva and Hurghada, Egypt. With a fleet that includes various Airbus models, SWISS is keen on reducing emissions, aiming for net carbon-neutral operations by 2050.

The Airbus A220 itself, originally developed under Bombardier as the CSeries, has found a significant market, supported by Airbus' management. The aircraft's design focuses on improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, with production lines in both Alabama, USA, and Mirabel, Canada. Delta Air Lines stands as the largest current customer, highlighting the global interest in this advanced regional jet.

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