\nJetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today introduced the all-new onboard experience which will soon greet customers aboard the airline\u2019s Airbus A220-300, a next-generation aircraft which combines style and substance with its game-changing economics and a custom-created cabin design customers will love. The first of 70 A220s JetBlue has on order was delivered to the airline\u2019s home at John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 5 in New York on December 31, with its interior revealed for the first time today.\n<\/p>\n
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20210112005406\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n Welcome aboard JetBlue\u2019s A220 aircraft. (Photo: Business Wire)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n\u201cWith the A220 we\u2019ve taken a state-of-the-art aircraft and added our award-winning touch to bring to life an experience only JetBlue could dream up,\u201d said Jayne O\u2019Brien, head of marketing and loyalty, JetBlue. \u201cWe look forward to welcoming customers onboard our newest aircraft, with incredible onboard comfort, one-of-a-kind design elements and unparalleled entertainment and connectivity.\u201d\n<\/p>\n Spacious Seats<\/b><\/p>\n \nJetBlue\u2019s A220 is outfitted with the Collins Meridian seat, customized around customer feedback and featuring a number of design elements with comfort and convenience in mind. And, in a first for the airline\u2019s fleet, seating is arranged in a two-by-three configuration. Whether traveling as a couple or a family, JetBlue\u2019s newest plane has multiple seating options for all party sizes.\n<\/p>\n Keeping Customers Connected<\/b><\/p>\n \nJetBlue will build on its reputation as an industry leader in inflight entertainment options with Thales AVANT and ViaSat-2 connectivity. With this system, JetBlue will offer every customer aboard the A220 expanded and personalized entertainment choices in nearly every region the airline flies (b). JetBlue is the first airline to receive an A220 with Viasat connectivity and only US carrier with free high speed Fly-Fi\u00ae on every plane, providing Customers with the ability to connect an unlimited number of devices and stream, surf, or chat during the entire flight, from gate to gate.\n<\/p>\n Sleek Style in the Sky<\/b><\/p>\n \nJetBlue \u2013 which offers the most legroom in coach (b) \u2013 is also maximizing the A220\u2019s ultra-modern design to create an elevated customer experience throughout the interior. Every aspect of the aircraft has been meticulously customized to create the perfect environment to deliver JetBlue\u2019s award-winning service.\n<\/p>\n Focus City Flying First<\/b><\/p>\n \nThe A220 covers a wide mix of new and existing market possibilities with excellent economics on short, medium and even potentially transcontinental markets. The A220\u2019s favorable economics open the door to new markets and routes that would have been unprofitable with JetBlue’s existing fleet. Initially the A220 will begin flying this spring before entering scheduled service by mid-June on JetBlue\u2019s Boston \u2013 Fort Lauderdale, Fla. route. New cities, routes and markets will be evaluated in the future as more aircraft join the JetBlue fleet.\n<\/p>\n Economics & the Environment<\/b><\/p>\n \nThe A220 boasts a nearly 30 percent lower direct operating cost per seat than the current Embraer 190. The A220 is powered exclusively by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, which deliver double-digit improvements in fuel and carbon emissions. Optimizing fuel burn is an important first step in JetBlue\u2019s cost-conscious sustainability strategy, and prioritizing fuel-efficient aircraft and engines aligns with JetBlue\u2019s approach to reducing emissions. Earlier this year, JetBlue became the first major U.S. airline to achieve carbon neutrality for all domestic flights, and later announced its plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions across all operations by 2040.\n<\/p>\n \nJetBlue continues to navigate the new travel environment with a steady hand and a long-term view on recovery. The investment in the A220 allows the airline to continue to execute its low cost business model, and enables JetBlue to continue to offer low fares to more customers.\n<\/p>\n Meet JetBlue\u2019s A220:<\/b>https:\/\/www.jetblue.com\/flying-with-us\/our-planes\/A220<\/a><\/p>\n About JetBlue Airways<\/b><\/p>\n \nJetBlue is New York’s Hometown Airline\u00ae, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando, and San Juan. JetBlue carries customers across the U.S., Caribbean, and Latin America. For more information, visit jetblue.com<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n \n(a)\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n \nFly-Fi and live television are available on all JetBlue-operated flights. On ViaSat-2 equipped\n<\/p>\n \naircraft, Fly-Fi will not be available on portions of some routes, and live television will not be\n<\/p>\n \navailable while operating outside of the contiguous U.S., or until the aircraft returns to the coverage\n<\/p>\n \narea. On all other aircraft, Fly-Fi and live television will not be available while operating outside of\n<\/p>\n \nthe contiguous U.S., or until the aircraft returns to the coverage area.\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n \n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n(b)\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n \nJetBlue offers the most legroom in coach based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S. airlines.\n<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n \n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n View source version on businesswire.com: <\/span>https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20210112005406\/en\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \nJetBlue Corporate Communications KEYWORDS:<\/b> New York United States North America<\/p>\n INDUSTRY KEYWORDS:<\/b> Other Travel Transportation Destinations Travel Other Transport Vacation Air Transport<\/p>\n![\"Welcome](\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20210112005406\/en\/851699\/4\/JetBlue_A220_View_from_Forward.jpg\")
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