US EditionAir Niugini Expands Fleet with 2 Additional Airbus A220s
- Air Niugini has placed a new firm order for two Airbus A220-100 aircraft, adding to six previously ordered in 2023, with final assembly underway in Mirabel, Canada.
- The decision to expand the A220 fleet stems from Air Niugini's efforts to replace older aircraft and support anticipated growth with a more fuel-efficient model.
- The A220 family, carrying 100–160 passengers and flying up to 3,600 nautical miles, offers increased comfort, advanced technology, and will replace Fokker jets and later Boeing 737s on domestic routes.
- CEO Gary Seddon stated that the A220 will play a central role in the airline's domestic and regional operations and contribute to the economic growth of Papua New Guinea.
- The new A220s, expected to arrive in Port Moresby by September 2025, will modernize Air Niugini’s fleet and enhance passenger experience with business and economy seating plus onboard WiFi.
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Air Niugini expands fleet with 2 additional Airbus A220s
Air Niugini, the national carrier of Papua New Guinea, has signed a firm order with Airbus for two additional latest generation A220-100 single-aisle aircraft. The new order was disclosed as the first A220 for the airline entered final assembly at Airbus facilities in Mirabel in Canada, Airbus announced in a statement on May 28, 2025. Air Niugini placed an initial order for six A220 aircraft in 2023, in addition to signing lease agreements fo…
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