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

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13 Oct 2025 · © Unknown

You can see the characteristic nose shape and large engines that identify the A220-300, as well as the SWISS livery and red tail.

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Aviation History

The A220-300 is notable as the first clean-sheet narrowbody airliner developed in the 21st century, originally launched as the Bombardier CS300.

Fleet Rarity

Swiss was the launch operator of the A220 (then C Series) and remains a major operator, but the global fleet is still comparatively small.

Record Flights

Used for efficient medium-haul European routes, known for fuel savings and operates out of noise-sensitive airports like London City.

Safety & Events

No major incidents specific to SWISS's A220-300 fleet as of 2024. Some A220s had early engine issues industry-wide, now resolved.

Future Outlook

Actively flying, expected to serve for years as a next-generation narrowbody replacing older Airbus/Boeing models.

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G

Engine

35.1 meters

Wingspan

38.7 meters

Length

6,297 km

Range

829 km/h

Speed

145-160 passengers

Capacity

70,900 kg

MTOW

11.5 meters

Height

2 × 23,300 lbf (104 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Stage 4, 73.6-78.2 dB (approach)

Noise

Registration is not fully visible; specific aircraft identity cannot be confirmed.