A220 launch date + anticipated routes
Nov 8, 2020, 5:12 pm
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A220 launch date + anticipated routes
Does anyone know when the A220 is expected to start flying, other than "early 2021"? And what routes do we expect to see it fly? I dont see anything loaded into the schedules.
Nov 9, 2020, 9:39 am
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The first one is still sitting in BFM. I would be surprised if they were actually able to achieve EOS in Q1 2021 as there is still quite a lot to be done. After it is delivered they will need to install LTV and Wi-Fi.
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Nov 14, 2020, 7:28 pm
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Can't wait to try these; they will feature a great 2x3 configuration.
Nov 15, 2020, 6:51 pm
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Nov 15, 2020, 9:54 pm
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Apparently I'm the only person NOT excited for this plane to replace the E190. I get that it's supposed to be spacious, but it's adding a MIDDLE SEAT! The plane it's replacing is 2x2 and the A220 will have 40% more seats, so say goodbye to 15 minute boarding & deplaning.
Nov 16, 2020, 9:32 am
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I'm excited for them. The DL version was terrific and had seats as wide as anything B6 has to offer. The E190 is extremely dated on the inside and has accounted for most of my non-weather delays flying B6. The extended range will be great as well.
Nov 16, 2020, 9:38 am
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Apparently I'm the only person NOT excited for this plane to replace the E190. I get that it's supposed to be spacious, but it's adding a MIDDLE SEAT! The plane it's replacing is 2x2 and the A220 will have 40% more seats, so say goodbye to 15 minute boarding & deplaning.