Airbus (originally Bombardier) A220-300

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07 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

This is Air Canada's standard new livery, and the aircraft features the signature A220-style 'bendy' winglets.

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Maulin_Agrawal · 01 Apr 2026

Great photo 📸

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Aircraft

A220-300 BCS3 (A223)

Air Canada new livery (black tail with red maple leaf globe)

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Registration

Airline

Air Canada

ACA / AC

Manufacturer

Airbus (originally Bombardier)

Achievements

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Insights

Aviation History

The A220-300 (formerly Bombardier CS300) represents a major advancement in fuel efficiency and comfort for the 100-150 seat class, and is the flagship of a new generation of regional jets.

Fleet Rarity

Air Canada operates one of the largest A220 fleets in North America; A220-300 itself is increasingly common with over 250 delivered worldwide.

Record Flights

Operated on some of the longest routes for its class, such as Montreal–Los Angeles, thanks to its unmatched range and performance for a regional narrowbody.

Safety & Events

No significant incidents to date for Air Canada's A220 fleet.

Future Outlook

Still in active service with Air Canada – the type is expected to remain a workhorse for years to come.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 meters

Wingspan

38.7 meters

Length

6,297 kilometers

Range

871 kilometers per hour

Speed

Up to 160 passengers (in a single-class high-density configuration)

Capacity

70,900 kilograms

MTOW

11.5 meters

Height

Each engine: ~23,300 lbf (104 kN)

Thrust

About 75 dB on approach; ICAO Chapter 14 compliant

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