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

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08 May 2026 · © aviationpassionist

AirBaltic Airbus A220-300 (YL-ABR) taxiing at Riga Airport in the airline's distinctive green and white livery.

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Aircraft

A220-300 (formerly Bombardier CS300) BCS3

AirBaltic standard livery

YL-ABR

Registration

Airline

airBaltic

BTI / BT

Manufacturer

Airbus (formerly Bombardier)

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

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Location

Riga International Airport

RIX/EVRA

56.9208, 23.9707

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Riga International Airport RIX

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A220-300 (formerly Bombardier CS300) is a next-generation narrowbody jet known for its quiet operation, fuel efficiency, and technological innovation. AirBaltic is the launch customer and largest operator of this type.

Fleet Rarity

AirBaltic operates one of the largest A220 fleets. As of 2024, there are around 300 A220-300s flying globally—this is not rare.

Record Flights

Known for operating some of the longest scheduled flights with the A220, e.g., Riga-Abu Dhabi (over 5,000 km).

Safety & Events

No major incidents reported for YL-ABR; fleet-wide the A220 has experienced some isolated engine issues (resolved by manufacturer).

Future Outlook

Still in active service with AirBaltic; not known to be stored or retired.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 m

Wingspan

38.7 m

Length

6,297 km

Range

871 km/h

Speed

145–160 passengers

Capacity

70,900 kg

MTOW

11.5 m

Height

21,000–23,300 lbf (PW1521G, PW1524G, PW1525G)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 85 EPNdB (approach, varies by config)

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