In the year in which Croatia Airlines celebrates its 35th anniversary of establishment and 20th anniversary of membership in the Star Alliance, the largest project in the company's history has also begun - the renewal of the fleet with Airbus A220 aircraft.
The second of a total of 15 new aircraft, with which the national airline will completely replace the existing fleet by 2027, was ceremonially welcomed in Zagreb in mid-December 2024. Croatia Airlines' newest aircraft has the registration number 9A-CAI and has been named Split. The Airbus A220 aircraft are a new generation and were designed as a completely new product, offering the best performance in terms of efficiency and noise emissions, and a first-class experience for crews and passengers thanks to innovative design and latest-generation technology.
We talk about our experiences so far in using the most modern new generation aircraft with Slaven Žab, Director of Commercial Affairs at Croatia Airlines.
"Our flight crews emphasize that the A220 provides a unique flying experience and that it is a great pleasure and privilege to fly the most modern aircraft in its class. Pilots have access to top-notch equipment, and the working environment is more spacious and clearer. Cabin crew members have similar impressions, who emphasize that the aircraft is extremely quiet and that it is pleasant to work and stay in an area with reduced noise levels. In addition, Crew Terminal aircraft allows for control of lighting and temperature in the passenger cabin, which enables rapid response to passenger requests. It should be emphasized that the A220 consumes 25 percent less fuel and emits the same amount less carbon dioxide measured per passenger seat compared to previous generation passenger aircraft, and around 40 percent less nitrogen oxides compared to civil aviation standards. It goes without saying how important this is in terms of increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions in line with the global goals of carbon neutrality for the aviation industry by 2050", Žabo points out.
From the first flight, which took place on the domestic route Zagreb - Split, until today, Croatia airlines has recorded only positive reactions from passengers, ranging from great satisfaction to complete delight.. “To sum it all up, the A220 has truly proven in practice that, thanks to its innovative design and technology, it offers a first-class experience for crew and passengers. This is also a confirmation of how we chose the highest quality solution with which we will open a new chapter of business, i.e. that the Airbus A220, with its characteristics, performance and capacity, best fits into our business strategy in the future", emphasizes.