airBaltic expects full A220-300 fleet operational in 2026 after engine‑maintenance 'turning point'

Restored A220 availability will materially affect capacity and reliability: airBaltic carried 5,206,700 passengers in 2025, so returning grounded frames to service directly impacts seat supply and on‑time performance (see passenger context) [source:608fd467-f257-4d5a-9b3f-c467d2957859].

Operational recovery reduces near‑term commercial and financing pressure ahead of a required investor process scheduled for H1 2026; fleet stability will be a key metric for potential backers and valuation (see investor timing) [source:63f0de87-3060-4d39-ba87-05f02fdd68b7].

A220 reliability and serviceability shape market positioning and future sales discussions for the type; programme perception affects Airbus marketing and carrier demand amid broader A220 sales outreach and airline interest (see A220 repositioning and market interest) [source:042356f0-a382-40a9-b317-7742bc82897c] [source:83d0c7d2-b5b8-4fc6-acca-8527b1372dfc].