LOT Polish Airlines has placed a firm order with Airbus for 20 A220-100s and 20 A220-300s for its regional operations, the first time the carrier has chosen the OEM for fleet modernisation.
The deal was announced at the Paris Air Show and has the possibility to increase to 84 A220 aircraft in the future.
The A220 aircraft will gradually replace LOT’s existing regional fleet, offering new possibilities for route development and new destinations thanks to the A220’s service attributes.
The carrier currently has an ageing fleet of Embraer regional jets, with 20 ERJ-170s and 24 ERJ-190s, with an average age of 17 and 13 years, respectively.
“Today’s decision is about the future. The Airbus A220 family aircraft, which will start joining our fleet in 2027, opens up new opportunities for development and growth – key pillars of our strategy,” said Michał Fijoł, LOT Executive Officer.
“These modern, efficient, and passenger-focused aircraft will allow us to compete effectively in the European skies, strengthen our position as the preferred carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, and prepare LOT for its role as a leading airline at the Central Communication Port,”
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales, Commercial Aircraft, said the order from LOT was an “historic milestone”.
“The A220 Family will be instrumental in LOT’s fleet modernisation and network expansion strategy, with the A220-100 and A220-300 being the ideal combination for their needs. We look forward to working hand-in-hand with LOT, leveraging Airbus global expertise to support its renewal programme and ensure the A220’s seamless integration,” he said.
LOT Polish Airlines has ordered 20 A220-100s and 20 A220-300s.
