Latvian airline airBaltic unveiled its 50th Airbus A220-300 on Thursday, an aircraft distinguished by a unique livery that pays tribute to the three Baltic states: Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania. This aircraft will join airBaltic’s fleet in February 2025, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s history.
A Global Contest Celebrating Baltic Heritage
In 2023, airBaltic launched a design contest for the livery of its milestone 50th aircraft, inviting participants from around the world. The initiative was a resounding success, with 840 submissions received. After a vote by more than 28,000 members of the airBaltic Club loyalty program, 21 designs were shortlisted. The top three designs, all reflecting Baltic national and regional heritage, were selected, with the winning entry receiving over 30% of the votes.
The final livery features an artistic portrayal of a girl soaring through the clouds, crowned with a traditional wreath symbolizing Latvian culture. It also incorporates iconic elements of the region, including a ladybug, a swallow, and a stork, highlighting the rich heritage and nature of the Baltic countries. The design was adapted by airBaltic to meet the technical requirements of the aircraft.
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“More than eight years ago, we became the global launch operator of the Airbus A220-300, and over the years, this aircraft has become the backbone of our operations. This milestone aircraft marks the completion of our initial order and brings us closer to our goal of operating a single-type fleet of 100 A220-300s by 2030”, Martin Gauss, President and CEO of airBaltic, said.
airBaltic’s vision extends beyond fleet expansion; it also aims to celebrate the cultural richness of the Baltic states. According to Gauss, each flight of this aircraft will carry a piece of the Baltic spirit, strengthening the connection between nations and their traditions.
Technical Innovation and Sustainability
The painting process for this aircraft was an achievement in itself. Completed over 18 days, it required 21 colors to bring the design to life. For the first time, Airbus’ paint team in Canada used a stencil overlay technique to layer the colors.
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