Airbus News
Hamburg Airport joins international “Hydrogen Hub at Airport” network
Hamburg Airport has become the first German and the 12th member of the international “Hydrogen Hub at Airport” network, to promote the further expansion of hydrogen infrastructure in aviation. The network’s membership already includes members from the airports, airlines and energy sectors in 11 countries including France, the USA, UK, Singapore, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand.
Lufthansa Group tests Green Fares on intercontinental routes
The Lufthansa Group is extending its Green Fares to long-haul flights. Initially, the fare will be tested on 12 selected flight routes
SMBC Aviation Capital orders 60 A320neo Family aircraft
Leading aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital has ordered a further 60 A320neo Family aircraft taking its total for the type to nearly 340 aircraft purchased directly from Airbus.
FIRST QANTASLINK A220 ROLLS OUT OF PAINTSHOP AS FLEET RENEWAL RAMPS UP
QantasLink’s first brand new Airbus A220 aircraft has rolled out of the paintshop at Airbus’ facility in Mirabel, Canada, marking a significant milestone in the Qantas Group’s fleet renewal program
Ethiopian Airlines in it for the long-haul: Commits to a further 17 A350-900s
Ethiopia’s flagship carrier, Ethiopian Airlines Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for 11 additional Airbus A350-900s with six more purchase rights to be added to its existing fleet. The latest agreement takes Ethiopian Airlines’ total order book and commitment for the A350 to 33, including four A350-1000s.
Emirates places order for 15 A350s at Dubai Airshow 2023
Emirates today announced an order for 15 additional Airbus A350-900s at the Dubai Airshow 2023, worth US$ 6 billion. This takes Emirates’ total A350 order book to a total of 65 units.
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Visits Emirates at Dubai Air Show 2023
On the first day of the 2023 Dubai Air Show, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, paid a visit to Emirates Airlines. During the visit, Adel Al Redha, Chief Operating Officer of Emirates, presented an overview of the airline’s innovative employee training program that utilizes extended reality (XR) technology
Emirates Leads UAE’s Aviation Spectacular at Dubai Airshow 2023 with Stunning Aerial Formation
Dubai Airshow 2023 opened with a breathtaking aerial display led by Emirates, showcasing the prowess of UAE aviation. The spectacle featured the iconic Emirates A380, followed by the UAE’s Al Fursan air display team, and a formation of commercial aircraft, including an Emirates Boeing 777, Etihad Airbus 350, Air Arabia Airbus 320, and flydubai Boeing 737, all soaring through the skies to the delight of spectators.
Dubai faces down airline rivals with $50 billion jet orders
Dubai carriers threw down the gauntlet to emerging regional rivals with more than $50 billion of Boeing jet orders on Monday, as competition intensifies to secure dwindling supplies of long-haul jets and anticipate growth in international travel.
ITA Airways takes delivery of its first Airbus A321neo
ITA Airways has taken delivery of its first A321neo on lease from Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) from Airbus’ Hamburg production facilities. This latest addition further consolidates ITA Airways’ all-Airbus fleet strategy, which currently stands at 81 aircraft, and includes latest generation A220, A320neo, A330neo and A350 aircraft.
Emirates set to showcase full family of commercial and training aircraft at Dubai Airshow
Emirates will showcase its full family of aircraft consisting of the airline’s latest retrofitted A380, game-changer Boeing 777-300ER , Diamond DA42-VI and Cirrus SR 22 training aircraft used by the Emirates Flight Training Academy. The Embraer Phenom 100 charter jet will also be on display. Both Emirates B777-300ER and A380 aircraft will have the airline’s newest signature livery.
Vietjet has just welcomed their 101st aircraft
Last week, the 101st aircraft of the new age carrier Vietjet has landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh city with a warm welcome, continuing the conquering the sky mission, realizing the flying dream of people and tourists.