{"id":38747,"date":"2023-07-13T18:08:18","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T12:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=38747"},"modified":"2023-09-21T01:28:39","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T19:58:39","slug":"delta-12-new-airbus-a220-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2023\/07\/13\/delta-12-new-airbus-a220-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta Air Lines Finalizes 12 New Airbus A220 Options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ATLANTA-<\/strong> Continuing its commitment to a fuel-efficient fleet, Delta Air Lines (DL) <\/a>has exercised options for 12 additional Airbus A220-300<\/a> aircraft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This move brings the total number of A220s ordered by Delta to 131, including the 70 yet to be delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Delta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Delta exercises options for 12 Airbus A220<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to Kristen Bojko, Vice President of Fleet at Delta, the A220-300 offers both efficient performance and flexibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This expansion of Delta’s A220 family reflects the airline’s investment in the future of sustainable aviation. Delta recognizes the benefits of the A220-300 in terms of its streamlined operations and reduced environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The A220-300 is powered by Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation geared turbofan GTF\u2122 engines. These engines optimize the fan and turbine speeds, producing exceptional fuel efficiency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delta’s decision to grow its A220 fleet aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability, complementing its existing fleet of fuel-efficient A321neo aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aside from its impressive environmental credentials, the next-generation A220-300 provides passengers with a best-in-class experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aircraft, with a capacity of 130 seats, promises a superior journey for domestic travelers to and from Delta’s coastal hubs. Notably comfortable and quiet, the narrowbody aircraft features 12 First Class, 30 Delta Comfort+, and 88 Main Cabin seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: By Delta News Hub – Delta’s Airbus A220, CC BY 2.0, https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=74012277<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Leadership in A220 Operations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Delta Air Lines has been a pioneer in adopting the Airbus A220, with its first delivery taking place in October 2018. As the largest operator of A220 aircraft globally, Delta currently has 16 A220-300s in its fleet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, the airline operates a fleet of 45 A220-100 aircraft, which can accommodate 109 passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delta Air Lines’ recent exercise of options for 12 new Airbus A220-300 aircraft marks another step forward in the airline’s commitment to a modern and environmentally friendly fleet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By embracing the A220 family, Delta aims to enhance operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and contribute to the future of sustainable aviation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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