Airbus A220-300 Croatia Airlines 9A-CAE Zagreb (1:200)

Airbus A220-300 Croatia Airlines 9A-CAE Zagreb (1:200)

This Herpa 573757 A220-300 model is a precision 1:200 scale die-cast replica, representing aircraft 9A-CAE, one of the first Airbus A220s delivered to Croatia Airlines.

The model accurately reproduces the Airbus A220-300 next-generation narrowbody aircraft, featuring its advanced composite airframe, distinctive Pratt & Whitney PW1500G geared turbofan engines, and optimised wing design with high-efficiency aerodynamics. The aircraft is presented in Croatia Airlines’ modern white livery with subtle branding, reflecting the airline’s refreshed corporate identity.

The real aircraft is part of Croatia Airlines’ major fleet renewal, with the A220-300 selected to gradually replace older A319, A320, and Dash 8 Q400 aircraft as the airline standardises its fleet around a single modern type.

With a wingspan of 176 mm, the model offers a clean, modern display profile ideal for contemporary airline collections and Airbus-focused displays.

Unlike older regional jets or turboprops, this release captures the shift toward sustainable, high-efficiency commercial aviation, making it a strong addition to any modern 1:200 collection.

Features

• Aircraft Type: Airbus A220-300
• Operator: Croatia Airlines
• Registration: 9A-CAE
• Material: Die-cast metal
• Scale: 1:200
• Wingspan: 176 mm
• Role: Short to medium-haul passenger airliner
• Fleet status: Early delivery in Croatia Airlines A220 transition program

Historical Background

The Airbus A220-300 marks a major transformation for Croatia Airlines as it modernises its fleet for improved efficiency, range, and passenger comfort. The airline received its first A220 aircraft in 2024 as part of an order for up to 15 units.

The first aircraft entered service on routes connecting Zagreb with major European hubs such as Frankfurt, continuing a historically significant route for the airline. Croatia Airlines’ inaugural international flight in 1992 also operated between Zagreb and Frankfurt, linking the airline’s origins with its modern fleet renewal.

Croatia Airlines plans for the A220 family to fully replace its existing mixed fleet by 2027, enabling a simplified, more efficient single-type operation model.