First Qantas A220 revealed

[pauly7]

Any reason why YMX-YVR-HNL-NAN was a different flight number then NAN-SYD?

More status credits for the crew?

 

[dairyfloss]

Have there been any interior pics of the A220 as yet? I recall a layout, but not actual images. Lots of the dots on the outside, not so the spots on the inside……

 

[TheInsider]

Have there been any interior pics of the A220 as yet? I recall a layout, but not actual images. Lots of the dots on the outside, not so the spots on the inside……

Quite boring TBH. No IFE, standard J seating. They'll come out soon enough though.

 

[kangarooflyer88]

More status credits for the crew?

In theory those ferrying flights were given a QF flight number so it would be eligible for status credits. But one must wonder what fare class the crew were ticketed into. Certainly it was some sort of flexible ticket since they were travelling on business. If someone could tell us whether seats 0A and 0B are considered Economy or Business, it would be appreciated.

-RooFlyer88

 

[RooFlyer]

Quite boring TBH. No IFE, standard J seating. They'll come out soon enough though.

Yes, I'm fascinated by the meltdown over the appearance of a new, small, single aisle airframe in Australia. Is it the new Concorde?

Flown it overseas

 

[Auzzieflyer]

Quite boring TBH. No IFE, standard J seating. They'll come out soon enough though.

I agree … I think Qantas has missed an opportunity with regards to IFE, especially as the A220 can be deployed on some unique bespoke overseas missions.

 

[Himeno]

Yes, I'm fascinated by the meltdown over the appearance of a new, small, single aisle airframe in Australia. Is it the new Concorde?

Flown it overseas

Same as the meltdown over 'new' 787-9s arriving. 8 years after they entered service with other airlines.

 

[kangarooflyer88]

Same as the meltdown over 'new' 787-9s arriving. 8 years after they entered service with other airlines.

I think you hit the nail on the head here. The real issue with Qantas is they have been flying dinosaurs for quite sometime. Be it the Boeing 747, Airbus' 747M, the 717s or the 737-NGs one can point to a fleet that on average is well over a decade old. Contrast that with rivals such as Air New Zealand, which has an average fleet age of 9.5 years and is it any wonder that any news on new birds coming to the fleet is a big deal? Now sure people may point to Rex as having even older birds (average fleet age 27.2 years), but do you really want to compare yourself to Rex?

Quite boring TBH. No IFE, standard J seating. They'll come out soon enough though.

Maybe I am the odd one out but I find IFEs over rated. I mean who wants to choose from a limited selection of films on a tiny screen? Fact of the matter is everyone has an iPad that can run circles around the IFEs on most regional routes. What matters and what I think is exciting about the new Bombardier C Series is the inclusion of a number of items which to my knowledge aren't available on the Boeing 717s and Dash-8 this bird replaces:

• On-board wifi
• Electrical outlets at every seat
• Wider seats in both cabins with more legroom

Now to jetsetters flying on Boeing 787s and A380s everyday this airplane is pedestrian, no doubt about it. But the fact of the matter is, these small jets are workhorses for regional travel and will make a difference on those who rely on air travel to stay connected to their communities. Small improvements over a long time really do add up!

 

[elanshin]

Maybe I am the odd one out but I find IFEs over rated. I mean who wants to choose from a limited selection of films on a tiny screen? Fact of the matter is everyone has an iPad that can run circles around the IFEs on most regional routes. What matters and what I think is exciting about the new Bombardier C Series is the inclusion of a number of items which to my knowledge aren't available on the Boeing 717s and Dash-8 this bird replaces:

• On-board wifi
• Electrical outlets at every seat
• Wider seats in both cabins with more legroom

Now to jetsetters flying on Boeing 787s and A380s everyday this airplane is pedestrian, no doubt about it. But the fact of the matter is, these small jets are workhorses for regional travel and will make a difference on those who rely on air travel to stay connected to their communities. Small improvements over a long time really do add up!

I wouldn't mind the a350 screens. Those are pretty much high spec. 4k HDR OLED 13" tiny bezels.

That being said, I think its the roomier cabin I want to try out. Everyone says that the a220 feels bigger despite the small plane. Maybe its the giant windows, maybe its the new overhead luggage designs.

 

[aaa99]

For those interested, the A220 is expected to visit Canberra and Melbourne tomorrow (21/12).

QF6215 SYD 1000 CBR 1055
QF6216 CBR 1155 MEL 1305
QF6217 MEL 1335 CBR 1440

More training flights across the East Coast capitals are also planned.

Thanks for this. Made a trip out to MEL to spot it. Will share some photos later

 

[aaa99]

 

[jakeseven7]

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Great photos

 

[eminere]

Fact of the matter is everyone has an iPad <snip>

Nope.

 

[Mattg]

Spotted it today in both MEL and CBR:

 

[Ade]

Spotted today at CBR. Parked at Gate 15

 

[Skyring]

That is one spectacular livery. Have to hand it to Qantas for that one.

I like the broccoli theme.

 

[RSVKanga]

Does anyone have pics of VH-X4A’s interior? Does the Qantas A220 have IFE screens and Wifi?

 

[p--and--t]

There is another thread running which covers off all this stuff and more

First Qantas A220 revealed

Looks pretty incredible!

www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au

 

[dairyfloss]

I like the broccoli theme.

Broccoli Roo

 

[jakeseven7]

Spotted today at CBR. Parked at Gate 15

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That’s a great shot with that sky!