Airbus Assures Future A220 Stretch Will Retain Five-Abreast Seating
Airbus has confirmed its plans for a potential stretched version of the A220, unofficially dubbed the A220-500. The company assured the industry that if the program is launched, the aircraft will retain its signature five-abreast (2-3) seating configuration. This decision maintains the A220's key passenger comfort advantage, which includes wider seats and only one middle seat per row. The confirmation puts to rest speculation that Airbus might opt for a denser, six-abreast cabin to increase capacity. This commitment reinforces the A220's market position as a more comfortable passenger experience in the single-aisle category.
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