Bombardier reveals airBaltic as CS300 first operator

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft confirmed (08-Nov-2015) that Air Baltic Corporation AS (airBaltic) will be the first customer to operate the CS300 aircraft when it takes delivery in 2H2016. The Latvian flag carrier has 13 CS300 aircraft on firm order and retains options for seven CS300 aircraft. airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss commented: "Bombardier's CS300 airliners are integral to the execution of airBaltic's business development strategy and fleet optimisation plan. As the airline increases its network potential, we will do so by replacing older jet aircraft... The CS300 aircraft has exceeded our expectations in terms of its noise and emissions footprint, aligned with airBaltic's low environmental impact vision. Additionally, it will offer airBaltic passengers a widebody, unparalleled in-flight passenger experience, perfectly complementing our modern fleet of 12 Bombardier Q400 turboprops." [more - original PR]