LOT Polish Airlines (LOT) has made a landmark move by placing a firm order with Airbus for 20 A220-100s and 20 A220-300s, marking the first time Poland’s national carrier has selected Airbus aircraft as part of its fleet modernisation strategy. The agreement, announced at the 2025 Paris Air Show, includes the potential to expand the order to as many as 84 A220 aircraft in the future.
“Today’s decision is about the future. The Airbus A220-family aircraft, which will start joining our fleet in 2027, open up new opportunities for development and growth – key pillars of our strategy. 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,” said Michał Fijoł, LOT Executive Officer.
The A220s will progressively replace LOT’s existing regional fleet, enabling the airline to introduce new routes and destinations. Recognised for its fuel efficiency and extended range, the A220 is the most advanced aircraft in its category, accommodating 100 to 160 passengers and capable of flying up to 3,600 nautical miles (6,700 km). The A220-100 targets the 100–135 seat market, while the A220-300 is designed for 120–160 seats. These aircraft are powered by Pratt & Whitney’s state-of-the-art PW1500G GTF engines, and feature a noise footprint that is 50% smaller than that of the previous generation.
In a separate announcement at the Paris Air Show, ANA Holdings (ANAHD) confirmed a firm order with Airbus for 24 single-aisle aircraft: 14 A321neos for All Nippon Airways (ANA), and ten A321neos plus three A321XLRs for its low-cost subsidiary, Peach Aviation.
The order was formalised during a signing ceremony attended by Koji Shibata, Representative Director, President and CEO of ANAHD, and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
With this agreement, Peach Aviation is set to become the first Japanese airline to operate the A321XLR, the longest-range single-aisle aircraft available, capable of non-stop flights up to 4,700 nautical miles (8,700 km). The deal will help ANAHD modernise and expand its fleet while enhancing its competitiveness in both domestic and international markets.
