Airbus News
Airbus completes helicopter flight powered by SAF
An Airbus H225 has performed the first ever helicopter flight with 100% sustainable aviation fuel. Tests are expected to continue on other types of helicopters with a view to reaching 100% SAF by 2030.
Airbus and CISPA establish digital innovation hub for cybersecurity and AI
Airbus and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security have signed a MoU at ILA Berlin 2022 to open a centre of excellence for cybersecurity and trustworthy artificial intelligence in Saarland, Germany.
Qantas and Airbus joint investment to kickstart Australian biofuels industry
Qantas and Airbus will invest up to US$200 million to develop sustainable aviation fuel in Australia in a landmark agreement.
Airbus A321XLR takes off for inaugural flight
Airbus’ first A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) has successfully accomplished its first flight. The aircraft took off from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport for a test flight lasting approximately over four hours.
Airbus-built Earth observation satellite ready for launch
Latest radar technology together with very fast alignment and flexible shaping of the antenna beam enables extremely high-resolution observation of the Earth’s surface, regardless of time of day and weather conditions.
Airbus and Kansai airports partner to study hydrogen use in Japan
Airbus and Kansai Airports have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the use of hydrogen at three of the Group’s airports in Japan (Kansai International Airport, Osaka International Airport, and Kobe Airport).
Wizz Air and Airbus partner on hydrogen-powered jet operations
Wizz Air has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus to explore the potential for hydrogen-powered, zero-emission aircraft operations.
Air Canada signs A321XLR deal with Airbus
The aircraft has sufficient range to serve all North American and select transatlantic markets, while offering customers added comfort.
Airbus seeks Qatar Airways damages as High Court dispute escalates
Airbus has asked the High Court to award it $220 million in damages over two undelivered A350 planes for Qatar Airways. The move is the latest step in a long-running dispute between the two.
JetBlue Airways further expands Airbus A220 order
JetBlue has signed a firm order with Airbus for an additional 30 A220-300 aircraft. This takes commitments for the A220-300 from the airline to 100 aircraft, and lifts the total order book to 740 planes.
Jazeera Airways completes 28-plane Airbus order
Jazeera Airways has firmed up an order with Airbus for 28 aircraft, including 20 A320neos and eight A321neos. The deal confirms the memorandum of understanding announced in November.