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Airbus secures 118 helicopter commitments at VERTICON 2025

Airbus Helicopters concluded VERTICON 2025 with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from global customers for a range of its multi-mission helicopters. A key highlight of the event was the strong demand for the newly unveiled H140, a light twin-engine multi-mission helicopter. More than 74 commitments were made for the aircraft, with emergency medical services […]

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JSA has ordered 50 A320neo aircraft from Airbus

JSA places first direct order for 50 Airbus A320neo aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) has announced its first direct order with Airbus, securing 50 A320neo-family aircraft. This significant deal strengthens JSA’s partnership with Airbus and supports its strategy to offer fuel-efficient narrow-body fleet solutions to airlines worldwide. Kevin McDonald, JSA’s Chief Executive Officer, described the order as a key milestone for the company, highlighting its

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Airbus announced its consolidated full-year 2024 financial results

Financial

Airbus reported its consolidated full-year 2024 results with gross commercial aircraft orders of 878 (2023: 2,319 aircraft), with net orders of 826 after cancellations (2023: 2,094 aircraft). At the end of December 2024, the order backlog stood at 8,658 commercial aircraft. Airbus Helicopters recorded 450 net orders (2023: 393 units), with a book-to-bill ratio exceeding

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Airbus H225M helicopters in flight © Airbus

French Armament General Directorate takes delivery of H225M helicopters

Military & Defense

The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) has taken delivery of the first two H225M helicopters from Airbus. These helicopters are part of an order for eight placed in 2021. They will be operated by the French Air and Space Force, replacing ageing Pumas currently stationed overseas in French territories, including French Guiana, Djibouti and New

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The National Police Agency of Japan becomes new Airbus H160 operator

Japan’s National Police Agency receives Airbus H160 helicopters

Aircraft & Engines

The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has become the first para-public operator in the country to receive the Airbus H160 helicopter, a state-of-the-art rotorcraft designed for advanced safety and versatility. The delivery marks a significant milestone in modernising the NPA’s aviation fleet. The first of the two helicopters was handed over at the end

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Avina to develop nation’s first on-site SAF production facility at PIT

BAE Systems partners with Airbus for energy storage system

MRO & Production

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement with Airbus to supply the energy storage system for Airbus’ micro-hybridisation demonstration project for commercial aircraft. The collaboration aims to advance sustainable aviation by developing and integrating electrification technologies that can significantly reduce the aviation sector’s carbon footprint. BAE Systems will design, test and deliver energy storage packs

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STARLUX Airlines doubles A350F order with Airbus

Aircraft & Engines

STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional five A350F freighters, doubling its initial order from last year. The new A350F fleet will be operated by STARLUX Cargo on some of the world’s busiest freight routes. “The cargo market is set to become a key element in our business

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Brussels Airlines A320neo David Plas Photography

Brussels Airlines to welcome three more A320neos by 2026

Aircraft & Engines

Brussels Airlines has announced that it will welcome three more Airbus A320neo aircraft to its fleet by summer 2026. The A320neo consumes less fuel, produces up to 20% less CO2 emissions, and offers a 50% reduction in noise compared to previous-generation aircraft. This will bring the total number of A320neo aircraft in the Brussels Airlines

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The first A321XLR for Aer Lingus is taking off from Airbus Hamburg

Aer Lingus welcomes its first Airbus A321XLR

Aircraft & Engines

Ireland’s national carrier, Aer Lingus, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft, marking the first of six in its order. The airline is now the second operator globally and within the International Airlines Group (IAG) to add the A321XLR to its fleet. The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, departed from Airbus’ production

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Aircalin has ordered two A350-900s to boost its long-haul expansion

Aircalin orders two Airbus A350-900s

Aircraft & Engines

Aircalin, the international airline of New Caledonia, has announced an order for two Airbus A350-900s to support its fleet renewal and long-haul network expansion. This investment marks a significant step in the airline’s growth strategy, enabling enhanced service and increased capacity on key routes. Currently, Aircalin operates a widebody fleet comprising two A330neo aircraft. The

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Airbus secures 118 helicopter commitments at VERTICON 2025

JSA places first direct order for 50 Airbus A320neo aircraft

Airbus announced its consolidated full-year 2024 financial results

French Armament General Directorate takes delivery of H225M helicopters

Japan’s National Police Agency receives Airbus H160 helicopters

BAE Systems partners with Airbus for energy storage system

STARLUX Airlines doubles A350F order with Airbus

Brussels Airlines to welcome three more A320neos by 2026

Aer Lingus welcomes its first Airbus A321XLR

Aircalin orders two Airbus A350-900s

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