QantasLink’s A220-300 fleet will see its first international route next year with the launch of a trans-Tasman service from Brisbane to Wellington. Qantas is also planning to increase Sydney-Christchurch by up to two additional flights per week during February and March next year. “Today marks a significant milestone for the Qantas Group across the trans-Tasman, with our A220 aircraft making its debut on the Qantas international network and both airlines adding hundreds of thousands of seats,” said Qantas International CEO Cam Wallace. “We are excited to welcome Qantas’ first ever international service using an A220-300. “Including increases to the Melbourne service and an upgraded Brisbane service, Qantas will be operating around 50 per cent more seats in the summer peak from Wellington than they were in 2020.”Qantas has been contacted for comment.