Air France-KLM and Airbus Initiate Discussions on A350 Component Support Joint Venture
Air France-KLM and Airbus have initiated exclusive negotiations on establishing a joint venture focusing on Airbus A350 component support.
Why an AI Autopilot Won’t Be Replacing Human Pilots Soon
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Airbus 12, Boeing 12: Qantas Orders Aircraft for International Fleet
In a significant move to modernize its international fleet, Qantas has placed a firm order for 12 Airbus A350 and 12 Boeing 787 aircraft. This strategic decision replaces the current A330 and A380 fleets over the next decade and includes purchase-right options to facilitate future growth and fleet renewal.
Airbus Reports 65 Deliveries and 60 Orders in July 2023
Airbus’ Order Performance as of July 2023, By the Numbers
Airbus, BMW, Quantinuum Research Sustainable Energy
Airbus, BMW Group, and Quantinuum have pioneered a groundbreaking hybrid quantum-classical workflow. This innovative framework expedites future research by utilizing quantum computers to simulate quantum systems, specifically emphasizing the chemical reactions of catalysts within fuel cells.
Wizz Air Orders 75 More Airbus A321neos
European ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air, renowned for its rapid expansion, has solidified a firm agreement for an additional 75 A321neo Family aircraft. This latest acquisition brings Wizz Air’s total order for the largest member of the Airbus single-aisle family to 434 and elevates its A320 Family commitment to 565 aircraft. …
Qantas Launches Airbus A220 Naming Competition
The exciting phase of constructing the Qantas Group’s inaugural Airbus A220 is in full swing, indicating a major progression in the company’s ongoing fleet renewal efforts. The airline is asking customers to help them name the plane.
Airbus Unveils New Final Assembly Line for A320 Family in Toulouse
Airbus has inaugurated its new final assembly line (FAL) in Toulouse, dedicated to the A320 Family. Dignitaries at the inaugural ceremony included Bruno Le Maire, the French Minister of Economy & Finance, Clément Beaune. The French Transport Minister, Roland Lescure, the Minister of State for Industry, and Dominique Faure, the…
Avolon’s 20 Year World Aircraft Fleet Forecast
This week, aircraft lessors Avolon published their Q2 2023 update, including one key accomplishment in the second quarter: the publication of their World Fleet Forecast (2023-2042). Let’s take a closer look at both.
Icelandair Places First-Ever Airbus order of 13 A321XLRs
The Keflavik-based airline has just inked a firm order for 13 state-of-the-art Airbus A321XLR (extra long-range) aircraft, marking its debut as an Airbus customer. The Icelandic flagship also has plans on the horizon to lease four A321LRs (long-range).