JetBlue Airways is a major American low-cost airline, and the seventh-largest airline in
North America by passengers carried. In July 2018, JetBlue Airways ordered 60 A220-300s
from Airbus as part of a plan to modernize its fleet and reduce unit costs by retiring
its less-efficient Embraer E190s. Less than a year later, the airline exercised options
to buy another 10 A220s.
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The airline praises the ‘strong’ economics and operational performance of the Airbus
A220, formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries. It has so far taken delivery of eight A220
aircraft, the first one of which entered commercial service in April 2021. A ninth A220 is set
to be delivered to the carrier later this month, with nine more due by the end of 2022
and 21 in 2023.
JetBlue began operating its first A220-300 last year, and it seems very pleased with
how its newest jets are performing. This week, the low-fare airline announced that it has
exercised another 30 options, putting it on track to have 100 A220s in its fleet by the
end of 2026. Airbus Chief Executive Tom Enders last week said the first results of the CSeries
takeover would be visible soon.
The fortunes for the CSeries began to improve in 2016 when Delta agreed to buy 75 CSeries
planes with options for 50 more. Boeing challenged the deal with U.S. regulators, accusing the
Canadian rival of unfairly selling the plane below cost.
The A220 offers nearly 30 percent lower direct
operating costs per seat compared to the fleet it is replacing, supporting the airline’s
focus on keeping costs low. Additionally, the aircraft’s range and seating capacity
will add flexibility to JetBlue’s network strategy as it targets growth in its focus
cities, including options for transcontinental flying and opening the door to new markets
and routes not feasible with the airline’s existing fleet.
JetBlue, which offers the most legroom in
coach (b) is also maximizing the A220’s ultra-modern design to create an elevated
customer experience throughout the interior. Every aspect of the aircraft has been meticulously
customized to create the perfect environment to deliver JetBlue’s award-winning service.
The A220 is powered exclusively by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, which deliver double-digit improvements
in fuel and carbon emissions.
Optimizing fuel burn is an important first step in JetBlue’s sustainability strategy,
and prioritizing fuel-efficient aircraft and engines aligns with JetBlue’s approach to
reducing emissions. Bigger windows for better views and creating an overall spacious feel.
More spacious overhead bins for additional carry-on bag capacity. Custom LED mood lighting
is designed to provide a more soothing inflight experience with lighting scenarios that change
with time of day or phase of flight.
JetBlue will soon take customers across the country with the A220 thanks to its impressive
3,400-nautical mile range. But for now, it's flying on popular routes between Boston and
Florida. One of the best features of the A220 is that there's something for every type of
traveler thanks to the 2-3 seating configuration of the aircraft. Larger groups traveling together,
for example, can sit on the three-seat row side of the plane.
JetBlue said it would upgrade 25 orders for
Airbus A320neo single-aisle planes to larger A321neo models. Mr. Priest said the changes
wouldn’t pave the way for potential flights to European destinations, as such routes would
require additional upgrades.
“It is very rewarding to see a happy customer coming back for more aircraft not even a year
after entry into service of its first A220. We salute our friends at JetBlue on this landmark
deal,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Airbus International.
“Over 700 A220 orders to date underscore the strong market appetite for this all-new
single-aisle aircraft.”
The A220 is primarily used out of JetBlue’s base at Boston Logan Airport (BOS). In February,
it operates primarily to the southeastern U.S, Florida, and some mid-continent routes
including four cities in Texas.
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