Emirates, IATA and Airbus launch an enhanced A350 type rating conversion course for pilots

Emirates, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airbus have joined forces to deliver an enhanced Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programme for the A350 type rating, as the airline prepares for the delivery of 65 A350s from mid-2024.

Airbus secures THAI A320 cabin retrofit deal

Airbus has reached an agreement with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) to retrofit its fleet of 20 A320ceo aircraft with reclining business class seats, marking the Airbus’ first-ever cabin retrofit for a single-aisle fleet in the Asia-Pacific region

Saudia Group and Airbus sign the largest aircraft deal in Saudi Aviation

Saudia Group announced the largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation history with Airbus during the first day of the Future Aviation Forum 2024 held at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh

India’s IndiGo orders 30 Airbus A350 widebody aircraft

IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The order will help expand IndiGo’s international network to long-haul destinations.

Turkish Airlines, Airbus and Rolls-Royce to strengthen partnership

Celebrating the historic order for 150 A321neo and 80 A350 Family aircraft placed in December 2023, Türkiye’s flag carrier Turkish Airlines, Airbus and Rolls-Royce came together at Turkish Airlines’ headquarters in Istanbul.

Airbus outperforms Boeing in APAC commercial aircraft market: GlobalData

With a strong order book from airline operators and leasing companies based in India, China, and Singapore during 2020–2024, Airbus has fortified its position in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) commercial aircraft market amid continued Boeing’s woes.

Korean Air to sign contract with Airbus for A350s

Korean Air will sign a contract with Airbus for the procurement of 33 state-of-the-art A350 family aircraft. The deal, which includes 27 A350-1000s and six A350-900s, is valued at USD 13.7 billion.

Vietjet Places Order for Twenty A330neo Widebody Aircraft

In a significant move that marks a new era in aviation, Vietjet Air has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to acquire 20

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Vietjet orders 20 A330neo Widebodies from Airbus at Singapore Airshow  

Vietjet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, and Airbus today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the order of 20 A330neo (A330-900) widebodies.

Delta Air Lines orders 20 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft

Delta Air Lines has chosen Airbus to meet its needs for modern  efficient widebodies having placed a first order for 20 A350-1000 aircraft. The A350-1000 will  be a new aircraft type in Delta’s fleet. 

Delta Places Order for 20 A350-1000 Planes

Delta will use its fuel-efficient aircraft to provide world-class customer experience on long-haul routes and international hubs.

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Airbus Reports Strong Sales and a Backlog of Orders for 2023

Airbus has surpassed Boeing with a great year, delivering 735 commercial aircraft to 87 customers globally in 2023 while registering 2,319 gross new orders (2,094 nett) and an 8,598 aircraft backlog.

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Vietjet adds 102nd aircraft to its modern fleet

VietJet the Vietnamese new age carrier added its 102nd  aircraft - A321neo ACF 240 to its modern fleet that landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City.

Japan Airlines takes delivery of its first A350-1000 

Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken delivery of its first A350-1000  from Airbus’ delivery centre in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is set to become the airline’s new international aircraft, initially flying on the prestigious Tokyo Haneda - New York JFK  route. 

United Airlines orders 60 additional A321neo aircraft

United Airlines has placed an order for 60 additional Airbus A321neo aircraft, supporting the airline's “United Next” initiative to integrate new aircraft into its fleet and standardizing and enhancing its global network.