Aviation Capital Group Unveils First A220-300 for ITA Airways
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a prominent aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has successfully delivered a new Airbus A220-300 to ITA Airways. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first delivery from ACG’s order of 20 A220 aircraft placed in 2022.
This newly delivered aircraft is the initial unit of five A220-300s that ACG plans to provide to the Italian carrier in the upcoming months. It’s noteworthy that this delivery also represents ACG’s inaugural A220 aircraft shipped from Mirabel, Quebec, following their order with Airbus from February 2022.
Fleet Composition of ITA Airways
Currently, ITA Airways boasts a fleet composed entirely of Airbus planes, featuring various models including the A350-900, A220-300, A320neo, A330-900neo, A220-100, and A321neo. The airline has ambitious goals, aiming for around 90% of its fleet to consist of next-generation aircraft by 2027, with the intention of becoming the youngest airline in Europe.
Leadership Statements
Tom Baker, the CEO and President of ACG, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming ITA Airways as a new customer. “We are thrilled to support the airline’s transition to sustainable A220 technology for its short and medium-haul operations,” he stated.
ACG’s Clientele
Among the clientele of ACG are several major airlines, including renowned names like American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Air France, and Etihad Airways. The company specializes in commercial aircraft leasing as well as aviation finance, providing a wide range of aircraft asset management solutions.
Industry Recognition
As highlighted in KPMG’s Aviation Leaders Report 2025, ACG is recognized as the 10th largest aircraft lessor globally, with a portfolio comprising over 500 owned, managed, and committed aircraft serving 85 different carriers.
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