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Air France Receives 15th Airbus A220-300 from ABL Aviation

November 17, 2025

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Key Takeaways

Air France received its 15th Airbus A220-300 from ABL Aviation.
Aircraft was delivered on November 7, 2025.
Air France has been operating the A220-300 across Europe since 2019.
ABL Aviation completed its 15-aircraft mandate with Air France in 2022.

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Strategic Implications

This delivery may indicate Air France's continued focus on fleet modernization and efficiency. The use of the A220-300 suggests a preference for narrow-body aircraft, which could impact the airline's overall fleet composition. ABL Aviation's success in managing the mandate may also signal its growing influence in the global aircraft leasing market.

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What Happened

Air France Completes Fleet Modernization with Airbus A220-300 Delivery

Air France has received its 15th Airbus A220-300 from ABL Aviation as part of a sale-and-leaseback agreement signed in 2022. The aircraft was delivered on November 7, 2025, after flying from Montréal-Mirabel Airport in Canada. ABL Aviation completed its 15-aircraft mandate with Air France in 2022, highlighting its capabilities in managing complex, multi-year transactions. The transaction was first reported by AeroTime.

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