Airbus (formerly Bombardier) A220-100 (CS100)

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29 Jul 2026 · © Airphotophil

SWISS A220 ready for take off at Zurich airport

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Aircraft

A220-100 (CS100) BCS1 (Airbus A220-100, formerly Bombardier CS100)

Swiss International Air Lines standard livery

HB-JBA

Registration

Airline

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS)

SWR / LX

Manufacturer

Airbus (formerly Bombardier)

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back triple camera 16.891mm f/2.8

Achievements

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Bright, crisp Swiss jet in profile; partial wing visible lower right slightly intrudes but overall strong composition.

Location

Zürich Airport

ZRH/LSZH

47.4581, 8.5481

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Zürich Airport ZRH

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A220-100 (formerly Bombardier CS100) revolutionized the regional and short-haul narrowbody market with high efficiency and advanced composite design; Swiss was the launch customer.

Fleet Rarity

Swiss was the global launch customer of the A220-100; the type is relatively uncommon but growing in fleets.

Record Flights

Operates various short- and medium-haul European routes from Zurich and Geneva; known for quietly operating into noise-sensitive airports.

Safety & Events

Generally known for operational reliability; Swiss A220 fleet had a precautionary engine inspection program in 2019.

Future Outlook

Still flying; among the newest narrowbodies in Swiss\' fleet.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 m

Wingspan

34.5 m

Length

3,100 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

120 passengers (typical 2-class)

Capacity

60,800 kg

MTOW

11.5 m

Height

92 kN (20,650 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant, 71-73 dB on takeoff

Noise