Airbus is looking to add two metric tons to the A330-900’s maximum takeoff weight, which promises to yield a 150-nm range improvement for the widebody.
Traditionally, large aircraft manufacturers like to make a splash at Paris Air Show by unveiling big orders, but this year politics has stolen some of those announcements away.
Airbus this year plans to start an effort that could lead to certification of the A220-300 to carry 160 passengers, up from the currently approved 149 figure.
Airbus lowered its aircraft delivery growth rate forecast over the next two decades as it adjusts its market expectations to new trade and political realities.
GKN clarified its plans for hydrogen-aviation programs after Airbus’ decision to push back the expected development timescale for a hydrogen-powered airliner.
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury has reaffirmed Airbus’ commitment to launching a new narrowbody around the turn of the decade in an interview with Aviation Week.
Liebherr Aerospace Toulouse is preparing several scenarios for future cabin air systems and airframe anti-icing systems, depending on various energy sources.
Readers write about legislative duties, Airbus’ A220 program, VIP transport and funding for NASA. Plus: Behind the Scenes with Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg.
Airbus is exchanging the leadership of its research and technology functions in a far-reaching move that also puts those activities into its airliner division.
