Summary: TAAG Angola Airlines has taken delivery of its fifth Airbus A220-300, registration D2-TAK, at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) as part of the carrier’s 2024–2029 fleet modernisation programme; the airline expects a sixth A220-300 this year.

TAAG Angola Airlines has received its fifth Airbus A220-300, reinforcing the airline’s ongoing 2024–2029 Strategic Plan to renew and modernise its fleet. The new aircraft, registered D2-TAK, arrived at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) in Luanda as the carrier presses ahead with its transformation programme.

Delivery and the fleet plan

The handover of D2-TAK marks continued progress in TAAG’s fleet renewal strategy. The airline has stated it expects to receive a total of six A220-300 aircraft during the current year under an optimistic delivery schedule, furthering the shift away from older-generation types.

  • Aircraft model: Airbus A220-300
  • Registration: D2-TAK
  • Arrival airport: Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ), Luanda
  • Planned deliveries this year: six A220-300s (total expected)

Cabin configuration and passenger experience

The newly delivered A220-300 carries 137 passengers in a two-class layout, with 12 seats in business class and 125 seats in economy. TAAG says the cabin has been arranged to improve comfort and convenience across both cabins as the airline upgrades its product offering.

Efficiency and sustainability benefits

The Airbus A220-300 is marketed as a next‑generation narrowbody that delivers improved operational efficiency. Compared with older aircraft types, the A220-300 offers reduced fuel burn and lower CO2 emissions, aligning with the airline’s performance and environmental objectives.

  • Lower fuel consumption versus previous-generation aircraft
  • Reduced CO2 emissions supporting sustainability targets
  • Improved operational performance and efficiency metrics

Boosting intra‑African connectivity

TAAG has used its A220-300 fleet to strengthen links across the African continent, improving connections between Angola and destinations in Southern, Eastern and Western Africa. The addition of the fifth aircraft is intended to support further route development within the carrier’s regional network.

TAAG Airbus A220-300 parked at Luanda's Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport, illustrating fleet modernisation
The fifth A220-300, D2-TAK, arrived at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport as TAAG progresses its fleet renewal programme.

By continuing to incorporate A220-300s into its lineup, TAAG is reaffirming its capital commitment to modern aircraft as a way to improve operational reliability and passenger appeal while reducing environmental impact.

What this means for passengers and the industry

For travellers, the arrival of additional A220-300s can lead to a more consistent onboard experience, potential increases in frequency on regional routes and benefits from lower emissions per seat. For the wider African aviation market, TAAG’s continued fleet modernisation signals competitive investment in more fuel-efficient equipment that may influence route planning and partnerships across the region.

So what? The addition of the fifth A220-300 means TAAG is simultaneously modernising its fleet and strengthening regional connectivity — travellers can expect improved comfort and potentially expanded service, while the industry sees another carrier prioritise efficiency and sustainability.