Airbus News
Brussels Airlines begins roll-out of A330-300 aircraft
The project is the most important investment in the 16-year history of the carrier and the first time that the airline will operate long-haul aircraft that are owned and not leased.
TAP Air Portugal takes delivery of first A330neo from Airbus
As the launch airline, TAP will be the first to benefit from the aircraft’s unbeatable operating economics, increased range, and Airbus’ new Airspace cabin offering passengers the best in class comfort.
Airbus appoints new chief financial officer as management shakeup continues
Dominik Asam, currently chief financial officer of Munich-based Infineon Technologies, will join Airbus on April 1st ensuring a smooth handover with Harald Wilhelm, who will remain in his current role until the annual general meeting on April 10th.
Airbus predicts doubling of demand for Latin American air travel by 2037
Demand for air travel in Latin American is expected to double in the next two decades thanks to anticipated growth of the region’s middle class from 350 million people to 520 million by 2037, and evolving airline business models making travel more accessible.
Airbus begins test programme for ACJ320neo corporate jet
The first ACJ320neo has successfully completed a two hour and 40-minute first flight from Hamburg, getting its test-programme off to a good start.
Delta Air Lines places A330-900 order with Airbus
Delta Air Lines has ordered ten additional Airbus A330-900 widebody aircraft, expanding the A330neo order book from 25 to 35 aircraft. Simultaneously, Delta and Airbus have agreed to defer ten previously ordered A350 XWBs to 2025-26 in order to accommodate the airline’s long-term growth strategy.
SaudiGulf Airlines places A320neo order with Airbus
Al-Qahtani Aviation, owner of SaudiGulf Airlines, has signed an agreement to purchase ten A320neo family aircraft. The commitment was announced today at the Bahrain International Airshow.
Arkia Israeli Airlines becomes launch customer for Airbus A321LR
Tel Aviv based Arkia Israeli Airlines, which is majority owned by Jordache Enterprises, has taken delivery of its first A321LR. The carrier thus becomes the launch operator of the world’s most flexible and capable large single aisle aircraft.
Flynas welcomes first A320neo to fleet in Saudi Arabia
The A320neo, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, will support Flynas’ expansion plans while providing greater operational efficiency and passenger comfort.
Vietnam Airlines takes delivery of first Airbus A321neo
Vietnam Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo in Hamburg, Germany. The plane is the first of 20 A321neos ordered by the airline.
Airbus A330-800 takes off on maiden test flight
The first A330-800 has taken off at Blagnac in Toulouse for its maiden flight over south-western France. The aircraft, MSN1888, will perform the dedicated flight-physics tests required for this variant.
Air New Zealand receives first A321neo from Airbus
Air New Zealand has become a new operator of the A321neo, following the delivery of its first aircraft. In total, Air New Zealand will acquire 20 A320neo family aircraft.