By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Reading: airBaltic Names Aircraft after Baltic Cities
Share
Sign In
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Signin Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2024 | All Rights Reserved
Travel Radar - Aviation News > News > Aviation > Aircraft > airBaltic Names Aircraft after Baltic Cities
AircraftAirlinesAviation

airBaltic Names Aircraft after Baltic Cities

Lorna Rudge
Last updated: 7 August 2025 09:47
By Lorna Rudge 3 Min Read
Share
airBaltic Airbus A220-300. airBaltic Names Aircraft after Baltic cities
airBaltic Airbus A220-300 © Anna Zvereva
SHARE

airBaltic has commenced naming its Airbus A220-300 fleet after Baltic cities. The cities were chosen in a vote held by the Latvian airline in August 2024, in which the public were asked to name their favourite city across the Baltic region.

airBaltic Airbus A220-300 with Latvian Flag Livery
airBaltic Airbus A220-300 with Latvian Flag Livery © Markus Eigenheer

airBaltic Names Aircraft in Celebration of Unity and Cultural Heritage

The naming contest was held to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Baltic Way, a 1989 protest in which approximately two million people from the Baltic nations formed a human chain to challenge Soviet occupation.

Over one million votes were cast, with the first three aircraft named after Riga, Tallinn and Vilnius, the capitals of Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania, respectively. It is hoped that the aircraft, which also bear a distinctive flag livery of each corresponding nation, will increase recognition for the Baltic States worldwide, as well as celebrate the region’s unity and heritage.

The naming contest led to 48 names being shortlisted. The Latvian airline is planning on renaming its remaining 45 aircraft after these popular Baltic cities, according to the public vote.

Speaking about the initiative, Elīna Prāve, VP Marketing at airBaltic, commented:

We are grateful to everyone who participated in this contest and showed support for their favourite cities. By naming airBaltic aircraft after Baltic cities, we not only inspire travellers to explore these places but also promote their international recognition. We are proud to be a part of the region’s growth and strengthen its connectivity with the rest of the world.

airBaltic A220-300 with Lithuanian Flag Livery
airBaltic A220-300 with Lithuanian Flag Livery © Anna Zvereva

More about airBaltic

airBaltic, founded in 1995, is the flag carrier of Latvia. Now flying to over 70 destinations, it was awarded third place in the Preferred Airline UK/Europe category at the 2025 Flyers’ Choice Awards.

Majority owned by the Latvian state, the airline’s main hub is Riga, with bases in Tallinn, Vilnius, Tampere, and, seasonally, Las Palmas. 

Have you visited the Baltic region before? Share your experiences in the comment section below.

You Might Also Like

easyJet, Bristol Airport Celebrate 80 Million Passenger Milestone

Emirates Partners with FC Bayern Munich

United Airlines Flights Resuming after Nationwide Tech Outage

LATAM Airlines announces New Premium Comfort Cabin

New Australian domestic airline Koala Airlines set to launch in 2026

Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link
What’s your thoughts?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Angry0
Lorna Rudge
By Lorna Rudge
News Editor - An English graduate and an avid writer. Whilst studying for her degree Lorna undertook a work placement at the BBC which cultivated an interest in journalism. After graduating she embarked on a career in the civil service but now wants to pursue a passion for writing and news. Lorna is a keen traveller. Her favourite destination is Egypt which she has visited 12 times!
Previous Article Emirates and FC Bayern Munich's partnership Emirates Partners with FC Bayern Munich
Next Article easyJet celebrates a monumental milestone with Bristol Airport after successfully flying 80 million passengers to and from Bristol Airport. easyJet, Bristol Airport Celebrate 80 Million Passenger Milestone
Leave a comment
Subscribe
Login
Notify of
guest
guest
0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Upvoted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Stay Connected

FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe

Trending News

Eyewitness image of the aircraft incident at Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport On Hold Following Emergency Landing
Airports Breaking News Incidents & Accidents Travel
A Cathay Pacific aircraft departing Sydney airport.
Cathay Pacific Resumes Hong Kong-Brussels Flights
Airlines Aviation Route Development
Two Cruise Ships
Cruise Meets Cloud: How Aviation-Inspired Innovation is Transforming the Cruise Industry
Technology Travel
An Alaska Airlines Airbus A321 aircraft on approach to JFK AIrport.
Alaska Airlines to Begin New Routes to London and Reykjavík from Seattle
Aircraft Airlines Aviation Route Development
The image shows the interior of an airplane cabin with rows of premium economy seats. The seats are arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, featuring grey upholstery with black headrests and armrests. Each seat has a personal entertainment screen, USB ports, and power outlets. The cabin is well-lit with natural light coming through the windows on the left side.
Korean Air introduces Premium Class on retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER
Aircraft Airlines Aviation
//

Travel Radar is the leading digital hub for all things aviation and air-travel. Discover our latest aviation news, aviation data, insight and analysis.

Discover

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Careers
  • Press & PR
  • Privacy & Legal

Our Content

  • News
  • Data
  • Images
  • Jobs
  • Subscribe

Signup to our Newsletter!

And get the latest aviation news via our weekly news digest!

© Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2015-2025 | ISSN #2635-0696 | Trademark #UK00003579704
wpDiscuz
adbanner
AdBlock Detected
Ads help us bring you high-quality, independent journalism for free. Support us by whitelisting us from your ad blocker.
Okay, I'll Whitelist
Welcome to the TR Community!

Sign in to your account

Register Lost your password?