Airbus A220-300

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15 May 2026 · © aviationpassionist

airBaltic's Latvian flag-liveried Airbus A220-300 (YL-ABN) taxiing on a cloudy day.

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

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

Aircraft

A220-300 BCS3

Latvian flag special livery (airBaltic)

YL-ABN

Registration

Airline

airBaltic

BTI / BT

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Canon EOS 2000D 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports 018

Achievements

Retro Wings, Livery Legend, Winglet Watcher, Weather Warrior, Boeing Beginner, Airbus Aficionado

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Great full side-on view; overcast light dulls the livery impact, but registration is clear and subject is nicely framed.

Location

Riga International Airport

RIX/EVRA

56.9208, 23.9707

Open map

Riga International Airport RIX

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A220-300 is one of the newest and most advanced regional jets, replacing older types and offering significant fuel efficiency for airlines.

Fleet Rarity

One of about 40 A220-300s operated by airBaltic as of 2024, but airBaltic is the largest operator worldwide.

Record Flights

Noted for operating long, thin routes across Europe for airBaltic; has achieved some of the longest flights for a regional jet.

Safety & Events

No major incidents recorded for this frame; the A220 series has had minor teething issues but is regarded as reliable.

Future Outlook

Active service with airBaltic.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 meters

Wingspan

38.7 meters

Length

6,297 km

Range

870 km/h

Speed

145 passengers

Capacity

70,900 kg

MTOW

11.5 meters

Height

2 × 110–118 kN (24,000–26,000 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4; ~77 dB on approach

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