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Airbus: Middle Eastern aviation fleet to double by 2036
The fleet size of operators in the Middle East is forecast to more than double from 1,250 to 3,320 aircraft over the next two decades, according to the Airbus Global Market Forecast.
JetBlue to introduce Airspace by Airbus to A320 for first time
JetBlue will become the first airline to introduce Airspace by Airbus on the A320 family, following an agreement unveiled at APEX Expo. JetBlue customers will experience this newest A320 family cabin aboard JetBlue aircraft starting in late 2020.
Airbus A340 Blade laminar flow wing demonstrator makes first flight
Airbus’ A340 laminar-flow Blade test demonstrator aircraft has made its successful maiden flight for the EU-sponsored Clean Sky Blade project. The aircraft, dubbed Flight Lab, took off from the Tarbes aerodrome in southern France at local time 11:00, and after a series of successful tests it landed at Airbus’ facilities in Toulouse Blagnac.
Airbus opens A330 delivery centre in Tianjin, China
Airbus has inaugurated its A330 completion and delivery centre in Tianjin, taking additional steps in the expansion of its global footprint and strategic partnership with China.
Cathay Pacific finalises 32 A321neo aircraft order with Airbus
Cathay Pacific Airways has finalised an order with Airbus for 32 A321neo single-aisle aircraft. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Dragon, the regional carrier of the group, on services linking its Hong Kong home base with destinations across Asia.
United Airlines increases Airbus A350 order to 45 planes
United Airlines has increased the number of A350 XWB aircraft it will bring into its fleet, updating and expanding its previously existing order for 35 A350-1000 to 45 A350-900 widebody aircraft. The A350-900 is the cornerstone member of the A350XWB family from Airbus.
Hong Kong Airlines receives first Airbus A350-900
Hong Kong Airlines has taken delivery of its first A350-900, on lease from AerCap, making the carrier the 15th airline to operate the world’s newest and most efficient twin aisle airliner. Altogether Hong Kong Airlines will acquire 21 Airbus A350 XWB, including 15 purchased directly from Airbus and six on lease from third party lessors.
Cathay Pacific places 32 A321neo order with Airbus
Cathay Pacific Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 32 A321neo single-aisle aircraft. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Dragon, the regional carrier of the group, on services linking its Hong Kong home base with destinations across Asia.
Delta to launch A350 services on Atlanta-Seoul route
Delta will deploy its new Airbus A350 aircraft featuring the Delta One and Delta Premium Select cabins on its route between Atlanta and Seoul-Incheon beginning March 24th, 2018.
Debut for Hong Kong Airlines first A350 XWB in Toulouse, France
The first A350-900 for Hong Kong Airlines has completed its maiden flight in Toulouse, France. The aircraft will now enter the final phase of production, further ground checks and test flights before being prepared for delivery at the end of August.
Gang to lead Airbus innovation centre in China
Luo Gang has been appointed chief executive of Airbus’ new innovation centre to be set up in China. With a degree in electrical engineering from Tianjin University and an MBA from the London Business School, Gang spent nearly three years establishing Uber China’s business before it was acquired by Didi Chuxing in 2016.
China Airlines takes delivery of milestone Airbus A350 XWB
Airbus has delivered its 100th A350 XWB, just some 30 months after the first delivery of the world’s most modern wide-body aircraft in December 2014. The aircraft delivered is an A350-900 for China Airlines.