Airbus A220-300

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12 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

airBaltic Airbus A220-300 (YL-ABQ) coming in to land, showing off iconic green engines and winglets.

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Airbus (formerly Bombardier) A220-300 (formerly Bombardier CS300)

Airbus (originally Bombardier) A220-300 (formerly Bombardier CS300)

Aircraft

A220-300 A223

airBaltic standard livery

YL-ABQ

Registration

Airline

airBaltic

BTI / BT

Manufacturer

Airbus

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

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Aviation History

The Airbus A220-300 is notable for its efficiency and popularity among regional and low-cost carriers; airBaltic is the world\'s largest operator of the A220-300.

Fleet Rarity

The A220-300 is still relatively young, with around 300 delivered as of mid-2023, but not rare.

Record Flights

The A220-300 operates a variety of medium-haul and select long, thin routes in Europe and beyond; airBaltic has used the aircraft on its longest direct flight routes between Northern Europe and the Middle East.

Safety & Events

The A220 family has a good safety record and is renowned for advanced materials and fuel efficiency.

Future Outlook

Still flying as a current-generation model; expected to remain in service for decades.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 meters

Wingspan

38.7 meters

Length

6,297 km

Range

871 km/h

Speed

145-160 passengers

Capacity

70,900 kg

MTOW

11.5 meters

Height

2 × 110 kN (24,000 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 14 compliant, typically 73-78 dB at takeoff (low for class)

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