Tag Archives: Airbus

German Navy’s NH90 Sea Tiger Helicopter Successfully Takes Maiden Flight

(IN BRIEF) In a significant milestone, the NH90 Sea Tiger, destined for the German Navy’s shipborne operations, has completed its inaugural flight at Airbus Helicopters’ Donauwörth site in Germany. This achievement marks a crucial step forward as Airbus Helicopters proceeds … Read the full press release

Neste and Emirates Team Up for Groundbreaking Air Travel with A380 SAF Engine Trial

(IN BRIEF) Emirates has conducted a pioneering Airbus A380 demonstration flight with one engine powered by Neste’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This milestone demonstrates SAF’s compatibility and potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional jet fuel. The flight, which took … Read the full press release

Eco-Conscious Airbus: Fleet Renewal for Sustainable Transatlantic Transport

(IN BRIEF) Airbus is set to renew its fleet of chartered vessels that transport aircraft subassemblies between Europe and the United States. They will be replaced with three modern, low-emission roll-on/roll-off vessels that utilize wind-assisted propulsion. Airbus has partnered with … Read the full press release

Airbus Defence and Space Secures €1.2 Billion Contracts for Enhancement and Support of French A330 MRTT Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Defence and Space has inked two contracts with France’s Direction générale de l’armement (DGA) and Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé), amounting to a total of €1.2 billion. The contracts pertain to the Capability Enhancement and In-Service … Read the full press release

AMAG Austria Metall Renews Multi-Year Supply Contract with Airbus, Expanding Market Share and Focusing on Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) AMAG Austria Metall AG has renewed its multi-year supply contract with Airbus. This contract renewal allows AMAG to increase its business volume due to rising aircraft production rates and a larger market share. AMAG will supply certified rolled … Read the full press release

Airbus Launches THEOS-2 Earth Observation Satellite, Enhancing Thailand’s Geo-Information Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has successfully launched THEOS-2, an Earth observation satellite, for the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency of Thailand (GISTDA) from Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. This satellite follows the launch of THEOS-1 in 2008 and will provide … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters’ PioneerLab: Elevating Autonomy and Sustainability in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters has unveiled PioneerLab, a new technology demonstrator based on the H145 platform, at the German National Aviation Conference. PioneerLab focuses on reducing helicopter emissions, increasing autonomy, and integrating bio-based materials. It aims to achieve a 30% … Read the full press release

Airbus Innovators Shortlisted for German Future Prize with CO2 Capture Breakthrough

(IN BRIEF) A team of engineers and a developer from Airbus has been shortlisted as one of the top three finalists for the prestigious German Future Prize 2023. Their nomination is in recognition of their innovative work in developing Direct … Read the full press release

Airbus OneSat: A Transformative Satellite Solution for Thaicom

(IN BRIEF) Thaicom, a leading Asian satellite operator, has chosen Airbus to develop its cutting-edge software-defined high throughput satellite. Airbus will provide Thaicom with a fully reconfigurable OneSat satellite, capable of dynamically adjusting its coverage, capacity, and frequency. Positioned at … Read the full press release

Henkel’s Montornès Aerospace Plant Earns Airbus Supplier Qualification for Quality and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s aerospace plant in Montornès Del Vallès, Spain, has been recognized as a Standard and Raw Materials Supplier by Airbus. This acknowledgment demonstrates Airbus’s approval of the quality and value of procedures, production, and individual products at the … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters and KAI Move to Serial Production of Light Armed Helicopters, Deepen Collaboration in Rotorcraft Programs

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have entered the serial production phase of the Light Armed Helicopters (LAH) after an agreement was signed. The Republic of Korea Army’s initial batch of ten LAH will be supplied by … Read the full press release

Airbus Secures $27.8 Million U.S. Army Contract to Enhance UH-72A Lakota Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has secured a $27.8 million contract from the U.S. Army to upgrade the Mission Equipment Package (MEP) of the Army National Guard Security & Support Battalion. These upgrades will enhance the capabilities of the UH-72A Lakota helicopter, … Read the full press release

NASA-Backed Starlab Project Takes Shape with Voyager-Airbus Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Voyager Space and Airbus Defence and Space have jointly announced a transatlantic agreement to develop and operate Starlab, a commercial space station intended to succeed the International Space Station. Voyager was awarded a $160 million Space Act Agreement … Read the full press release

Airbus and Wizz Air Strengthen Partnership with New Aircraft Order

(IN BRIEF) Wizz Air, the fastest-growing European ultra-low-cost airline, has finalized an agreement for an additional 75 A321neo Family aircraft, elevating their total order for the Airbus single-aisle family to 434 and their A320 Family overall order to 565 aircraft. … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters Receives Certification for H175 Helicopter in China

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters has received certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for its H175 helicopter. This certification allows for the delivery of H175 helicopters to customers in China, which is a demanding market with a growing … Read the full press release

Airbus Showcases Technological Advancements in New A320 Family Assembly Facility

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has opened its new A320 Family final assembly line (FAL) in Toulouse, France. The inauguration ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials and Airbus employees. The assembly line incorporates several innovations to improve product quality, efficiency, and sustainability, … Read the full press release

Viva Aerobus Expands Fleet with Memorandum of Understanding for 90 Airbus A321neo Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Viva Aerobus, the Mexican ultra-low-cost airline, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the acquisition of 90 Airbus A321neo aircraft. This strategic move is aimed at driving the airline’s growth both in the international … Read the full press release

Italian Operator Air Corporate Signs Landmark Deal for 43 Helicopters with Airbus

(IN BRIEF) Italian business aviation operator Air Corporate has placed a firm order for 43 helicopters from Airbus, including 40 single-engine helicopters (H125/H130) and three ACH160s. This order, the largest commercial helicopter order by Airbus in Italy, will support private … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters seals largest order for H160 in China

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with Chinese helicopter lessor and operator GDAT during French President Macron’s visit to China for 50 H160 helicopters. This contract represents the largest single order for the H160 on the civil and … Read the full press release

Azerbaijan Airlines expands fleet with fuel-efficient A320neo Family aircraft from Airbus

(IN BRIEF) Azerbaijan Airlines has ordered 12 A320neo Family aircraft, including A320neo and A321neo, as part of its fleet renewal strategy to operate the most modern and fuel-efficient aircraft, increase operational efficiency and competitiveness, and offer passengers excellent comfort throughout … Read the full press release