TAAG Angola Airlines received its third Airbus A220-300 (D2-TAI, msn 55362). The aircraft delivered Montreal-Dublin-Faro-Luanda (21-25 June 2025). The 137 seat aircraft features 12 business class, 35 premium economy class seats and 125 economy class seats.
TAAG Angola Airlines CEO, Nelson Rodrigues de Oliveira said “This is a new era for TAAG Angola Airlines, defined by customer focus, operational efficiency, and connectivity. The incorporation of the third Airbus A220-300 represents another step forward in building a modern, competitive airline able to strengthen connections between strategic African markets.”
TAAG’s 2024–2029 Strategic Plan outlines objectives to restore profitability, grow regional market share, and modernize its brand—and the A220 plays a direct role in delivering on those goals. The A220-300 offers up to 25% lower fuel burn and CO₂ emissions per seat compared to older generation aircraft.
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