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Paris Air Show: Double blow for Airbus
European aviation giant Airbus has seen two of its flagship aircraft forced to withdraw from the Paris Air Show following a series of unfortunate events. Firstly the new A400M military transport was forced to pull out following technical fault, with the A380 following earlier.
Asian low-cost carriers boost Airbus coffers
Two Asian airlines have placed orders for a total of more than 100 of a higher-fuel-efficiency version of Airbus’s A320 jetliner, with combined sticker prices topping $10 billion. The orders from Cebu Air of the Philippines and India budget carrier Go piles pressure on Boeing to offer a version of its own single-aisle 737 jet with more-efficient engines.
Airbus unveils plane of the future
Airbus has unveiled a prototype transparent aircraft it suggests could come into operation by 2050. In the latest example of blue-sky thinking from the European aviation giant, Airbus revealed it was also exploring aircraft with ‘intelligent’ cabin wall membranes and interactive games.
Air France-KLM set for jet mega order
Air France-KLM has hinted at plans to embark on a huge expansion of its long-haul fleet and is poised to place an order for 100 aircraft split between Airbus and Boeing.
Airbus gears up for Paris Air Show
The grand opening may be over a week away, but the buzz is already building around the Paris Air Show with a host of aviation orders making the press. Reports from India suggest Jet Airways, the largest carrier in the country, and budget carrier GoAir are in line to order $6.5 billion worth of Airbus aircraft at the forthcoming event.
Airbus Leads way towards sustainable aviation at Paris Air Show
Airbus, a market leader in commercial and military transport aircraft is showcasing ideas for a sustainable aviation at the Le Bourget Air Show between June 20th– 26th.
British Airways takes delivery of 100th Airbus
British Airways has taken delivery of an A320 aircraft, making it a member of a prestigious airline club that can boast 100 or more aircraft deliveries from every member of Airbus’ Single Aisle aircraft Family.
GoAir ranked the Best Performing Airline by Airbus
GoAir, India’s smart low-fare domestic airline has been ranked by Airbus as the “Best Performing Airline” in the Airbus A320 category operator in Asia Pacific / Middle East/ Africa.
Japan’s carrier builds future on 100% Airbus fleet
Star Flyer, a Japanese fast-growing, value-based airline, today signed a firm contract with Airbus for the purchase of two A320s. The Japanese airline currently operates five leased A320s, with four more to be delivered.
Airbus accelerates A320neo development
Airbus has confirmed it has received enough firm orders for its new A320neo engine to allow it to begin development six months early. The “spectacular” demand will allow the European manufacturer to bring the engine into service forward from 2016 to October 2015.
Iberia, Cathay Pacific place Airbus orders
Iberia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for eight A330-300 aircraft, with an option on a further eight planes. In Asia, Cathay Pacific Airways placed a firm order with the European manufacturer for 15 more A330-300s.
Lufthansa places $2.8bn order for new Airbus Neo
Lufthansa has placed a record order for Airbus’s ‘Neo’ – a new, fuel-efficient version of its A320 family of short-haul jets, boasting engines that are 15 percent more efficient than comparable models. The new jets are expected to be delivered from 2016.