With the latest contract including, Delta Air Line now has a total of 45 Airbus A220-100s and 86 A220-300s on order.
Airbus has announced an order for an additional 12 A220-300 aircraft from Delta Air Lines, bringing the airline’s total firm order for A220s to 131 aircraft. With this order, Delta reaffirms its position as the largest A220 customer and operator in the world. The airline now has 45 A220-100s and 86 A220-300s on order.
The A220-300 offers efficient performance and flexibility, making it an integral investment in the future of sustainable aviation, according to Kristen Bojko, Vice President of Fleet at Delta. The aircraft has proven to be a game changer in its size category, providing Delta with the flexibility to right-size its operations and gain efficiency while offering superior single-aisle comfort.
“The A220-300 offers efficient performance and flexibility,” said Kristen Bojko, Vice President of Fleet, Airbus. “The continuing expansion of Delta’s A220 family is an integral investment in the future of sustainable aviation,” he further added.
In addition to the positive cabin experience, the A220 plays a crucial role in reducing airline operating costs and environmental impact. It offers 25% lower fuel burn and CO2 emissions per seat compared to previous generation aircraft. The A220 is purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market and combines state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials, and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation GTF engines. As a result, it brings customers a 50% reduced noise footprint and around 50% lower NOx emissions than industry standards.
“This additional order from the largest A220 customer and operator is yet another strong endorsement for the value and opportunities offered by this latest generation aircraft family. The A220 provides Delta the flexibility to right-size its operations, gaining in efficiency and offering superior single-aisle comfort. In service with Delta, the A220 has proven to be a game changer in its size category in highly competitive North America markets,” said Christian Scherer, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of International, Airbus.
Delta took delivery of its first Airbus A220 in October 2018, becoming the first U.S. carrier to operate the aircraft type. The airline currently operates a fleet of 433 Airbus aircraft, including 61 A220s. Overall, the A220 has gained significant popularity, with 16 airlines across four continents operating a total of 271 A220s. It has flown more than 90 million passengers on over 1,100 routes and 375 destinations worldwide.
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The A220’s success is further reflected in the fact that more than 30 customers have ordered over 800 A220 aircraft as of June 2023, solidifying its leading position in the small single-aisle market. With its fuel efficiency, environmental advantages, and operational flexibility, the A220 continues to shape the future of regional and long-distance air travel.
