Airbus News
Airbus to pause majority of operations in Spain
Airbus is to pause the majority of production in Spain until April 9th as the country continues to battle one of the worst Covid-19 outbreaks in Europe. The Spanish government announced new measures in the fight against the pandemic earlier.
Airbus to resume production at European manufacturing sites
In a rare sport of good news, Airbus has said it expects production and assembly work to partially resume in France and Spain today. For other non-production activities globally, Airbus continues to support home-working where possible.
Swiss takes delivery for first A320neo
Swiss International Air Lines has taken delivery of its first A320neo aircraft at a ceremony in Hamburg, Germany. It is the first of 25 A320neo planes ordered by the carrier.
Green Africa Airways places huge Airbus A220 order
The 50-plane order from Nigeria’s Lagos-based airline is one of the biggest to be placed globally for the A220 and the largest ever from the African continent.
Airbus buys Bombardier out of CSeries programme for US$591m
Airbus has increased its share in the A220 programme to 75 per cent, with the Canadian government’s Investissement Quebec holding the 25 per cent balance. The deal means Bombardier exits from the former CSeries partnership.
Airbus reaches settlement over corruption investigations
Airbus has agreed a settlement with French, British and US authorities following lengthy investigations into allegations of bribery and corruption.
Airbus to boost A321 capacity in Toulouse
Airbus has revealed it will create new A321 production capabilities at its site in Toulouse. The move is part of a strategy to keep the overall production system at the leading edge of technology.
BelugaXL enters service for Airbus
The BelugaXL has entered into service, providing Airbus with 30 per cent extra transport capacity in order to support the on-going production ramp-up of commercial aircraft programmes.
Airbus hits new commercial aircraft delivery record
Airbus delivered 863 commercial aircraft to 99 customers in 2019, outpacing its previous output record set in 2018 by eight per cent. The bulk of deliveries came in the form of A320 planes, where Airbus delivered 642 last year.
Spirit Airlines finalises huge Airbus A320neo order
Spirit is based in South Florida and is the fastest-growing airline in the United States, with flights throughout the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Cebu Pacific finalises Airbus A320neo deal
Cebu Pacific has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for 15 A320neo family aircraft. The transaction is valued at US$2 billion.
Air Canada takes delivery of first Airbus A220
Air Canada has taken delivery of its first A220-300, designed, built and delivered from the Mirabel programme facilities in Canada. The first aircraft out of an order of 45 will enter service in January, making Air Canada the first airline to operate the A220-300 in North America.