Airbus (originally Bombardier) A220-100

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Delta Air Lines Airbus A220-100 (N140DU) at the gate on a gray day, showcasing the modern and efficient BCS1 family.

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Aircraft

A220-100 BCS1

Delta Air Lines standard livery

N140DU

Registration

Airline

Delta Air Lines

DAL / DL

Manufacturer

Airbus (originally Bombardier)

Gear

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

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 76.0

Nice side profile of the Delta A220; overcast light mutes colors, and ramp clutter slightly distracts from the subject.

Location

John F. Kennedy International Airport

JFK/KJFK

40.6394, -73.7793

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John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A220-100 (formerly Bombardier CS100) is the smaller variant of the A220 family and is notable for its advanced fuel efficiency, modern design, and pioneering Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines.

Fleet Rarity

Delta is a major operator of the A220-100, making it relatively common in their fleet as of 2024.

Record Flights

Not typically used for record flights, but the A220 has set efficiency and quietness benchmarks for its size.

Safety & Events

This model is known for its smooth passenger experience and high fuel efficiency; no significant fleet-wide incidents reported.

Future Outlook

Still in active passenger service and expected to remain so for many years.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 meters

Wingspan

35.0 meters

Length

3,450 km

Range

829 km/h

Speed

108-133 passengers

Capacity

60,800 kg

MTOW

11.5 meters

Height

Up to 110 kN (24,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, EPNdB values typically 85-90

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