Airbus announced the successful first test flight of EgyptAir’s A220-300 aircraft, scheduled for delivery in the coming weeks, at the aircraft final assembly line in Mirabel, Canada. This aircraft is the first of 12 of the same type contracted by EgyptAir.
This model offers passengers maximum comfort during the flight through its innovative cabin design of 134 seats, the widest in economy class compared with other single-aisle aircraft. The aircraft features large windows to provide more natural light inside. After this flight, the aircraft will enter the final stage of assembly before delivery on schedule.
The Airbus A220 is distinguished by high fuel efficiency and passenger comfort thanks to its wide fuselage. The model also combines the latest advanced technologies to provide high aerodynamic performance, in addition to the latest “Pratt & Whitney” PW1500G turbofan engines, which provide 20% fuel burn savings, with a range of up to 3,400 nautical miles (6,300 km).
It is worth noting that Airbus has delivered more than 80 A220 aircraft to 5 regional and intercontinental airlines in Asia, America, Africa and Europe, confirming the great capability offered by this new “Airbus” aircraft type.
