Milestone achievement for Airbus A220 in Mobile
Alabama’s aerospace industry reached new heights as Airbus announced on 15 July the delivery of the 100th A220 aircraft produced at its US Manufacturing Facility in Mobile (AL), marking a major milestone for the site and for the state’s thriving aviation sector.
The A220-300, N251BZ (55351), is the 44th to join Breeze, which is in the midst of a transition to an all-Airbus fleet once its eleven Embraer E190s are retired.
Airbus launched A220 manufacturing at the Alabama facility in 2019 and opened a dedicated final assembly line for the aircraft at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley the next year, following a significant investment project.
In a little over five years, the Mobile operation has gone from breaking ground on the new line to delivering its 100th A220 aircraft — a testament to the strength of Alabama’s skilled workforce and the momentum of its aerospace ecosystem.
In a Facebook post, Airbus cheered the development: “Congratulations to our Mobile team — 100 A220s produced in just five years is a pretty fantastic accomplishment!”
“We love that new plane smell,” Breeze said on social media. “The 100th Airbus A220 just rolled off the line and lucky for us, it’s joining the Breeze fleet! We’re proud to fly one of the newest birds in the sky.”
Alongside Breeze Airways, other major operators such as Delta Air Lines and JetBlue receive their A220s from the Alabama plant. The growing demand for the model, which is ideal for short and medium-haul routes, drives activity at both of Airbus's North American assembly lines, positioning it as a strong competitor against models like the Embraer E2.
Photo by Airbus
