BermudAir has placed its first-ever order with Airbus, signing for ten A220-300 aircraft to support its next phase of growth and expand its network across Bermuda, the Caribbean and North America. The order, revealed at the Farnborough International Airshow, had previously been listed in Airbus’ order book as an undisclosed customer in March. The acquisition […]
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Airbus has secured new aircraft commitments from Shohin Airlines and Philippine Airlines, adding to its order book with narrow-body and wide-body deals announced at the Farnborough International Airshow. Tajikistan’s Shohin Airlines has disclosed an order for four A320neo-family aircraft, comprising two A320neos and two A321neos. The order, previously listed as undisclosed in Airbus’ June order
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Airbus expects long-term demand for air travel to remain strong over the next two decades, driven by urbanisation, economic growth and the continued expansion of the global middle class, according to its 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast. The aircraft manufacturer predicts that growth will increasingly come from smaller cities rather than major metropolitan centres. Rising incomes,
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations (CBP AMO) has ordered ten Airbus H125 helicopters to strengthen its airborne law enforcement, border security and public safety capabilities across the United States. The aircraft will support a wide range of missions, including border surveillance, patrol and tactical operations in demanding environments. Manufactured at Airbus’
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Airbus and MTU Aero Engines (MTU) plan to deepen their partnership by establishing a joint venture dedicated to developing and commercialising a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell engine. The planned venture marks the next milestone in the collaboration announced through the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Paris Air Show in June 2025. The
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Airbus and Safran have agreed to acquire Tikehau Capital’s stake in Aubert & Duval, with each company taking an equal share, subject to regulatory approval. The move will give Airbus and Safran full ownership of the French metals specialist, which supplies advanced steel, titanium, aluminium and superalloys for the aerospace, defence, energy and healthcare sectors.
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Airbus has delivered the first H135 helicopter for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) programme, marking a major step in modernising pilot training for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Known in RCAF service as the CT-153 Juno, the twin-engine helicopter will be used to train future rotary-wing pilots. Selected by SkyAlyne, the prime contractor for
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Airbus has officially opened its second modernised A320-family final assembly line (FAL) at the Jean-Luc Lagardère facility in Toulouse, strengthening its ability to meet growing demand for single-aisle aircraft and support future production increases. The new line was inaugurated by Airbus Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury and Lars Wagner, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus, alongside
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Mubea Aviation has secured a contract from Airbus Atlantic for the serial production and supply of CFRP composite structural components for the Airbus A350 programme. The award underscores Mubea Aviation’s expertise in advanced composite technologies and its ability to deliver lightweight, efficient and reliable structural solutions for the aerospace sector. It also marks a further
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Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has confirmed an order with Airbus for two more A350F freighters, increasing its total order for the next-generation cargo aircraft to eight. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Cargo and are expected to improve operational efficiency across the carrier’s extensive freight network. Cathay Group Chief Executive Ronald Lam ackknowledged that
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