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Airbus SE to build new China single-aisle jet factory as Apple pulls back

The European planemaker will add a second final assembly line at its existing factory site in Tianjin, under a deal signed by Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury in Beijing on Thursday

Airbus in talks for new China jet order ahead of Emmanuel Macron visit

An industry source cautioned there were several moving parts in the talks, with details not yet finalized

Airbus mandates Tata Advanced Systems to make cargo doors of A320neo

European aviation major Airbus said on Wednesday it has mandated Tata Advanced Systems to manufacture cargo and bulk cargo doors of the A320neo aircraft family. TASL will produce these doors at a new facility in Hyderabad, using cutting-edge robotics and automation technology, Arbus said in a statement. Each shipset will include two cargo doors and one bulk cargo door, according to the aircraft manufacturer. The announcement came weeks after Tata Group-owned Air India placed an order for 470 aircraft, including 270 planes with Airbus. The contract is a significant step towards increasing Airbus' competitiveness in the single-aisle aircraft market and supporting the ramp-up of the A320 programme, Airbus said in the statement. Airbus presently procures components and services worth USD 735 million every year from more than 100 Indian suppliers, according to the statement. The aircraft maker claims that currently every commercial aircraft and helicopter produced by it has critical .

Tata wins Airbus order to manufacture cargo doors for A320neo family planes

Tata Advanced Systems will produce these doors at a new unit in Hyderabad using cutting-edge robotics, automation technology. Each shipset will include two cargo doors and one bulk cargo door

Airbus partners with BITS Pilani to upskill professionals in Data Analytics

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) on Wednesday said Airbus in India has collaborated with its Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) division to help upskill some of their professionals in Data Analytics. "These are eventful times for the Indian aerospace sector, in the growth and development of which Airbus has played an important role for over five decades as an aircraft supplier," BITS Pilani Off-Campus Programmes and Industry Engagement Director G Sundar said in a statement. The breadth and rigour of the programme will aim to fulfil the aspirations of those employees, while the customisation will help address some of the organisation's goals in this constantly evolving technology sector, he added. Suraj Chettri, Regional Director - Human Resources at Airbus India and South Asia, said, "At Airbus, our employees are empowered to craft their development journey in line with their aspirations. This development can happen with the help of a well-curated learning pa

Crew crunch amid network expansion forces Air India to cut six US flights

A few flights to Bangkok and Dubai will be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft instead of the wide-body Boeing 787

Boeing, Airbus boost search for India talent as demand for aircraft rises

With about 1.5 million engineering students graduating annually, India is a rich source of talent for planemakers facing record orders from airlines as travel surges again after the Covid pandemic

Airbus receives order for two advanced ACH160 helicopters in India

Airbus on Monday said it has received an order for two advanced ACH160 helicopters in India. "The helicopters will be delivered with the ACH160 exclusive configuration for business use by the customer who is an experienced helicopter operator. Under the terms of the contract, Airbus Corporate Helicopters will provide a turnkey solution to ensure smooth entry into service of both the helicopters," it said in a release. ACH160 is the latest member of the ACH family and has 68 new Airbus patented technologies. It provides 20 per cent greater volume per passenger compared to previous generation medium twin helicopters and 35 per cent larger windows than its competitors. According to the release, ACH160's advanced air conditioning technology allows precise temperature control and optimal cabin air quality with highly efficient air exchange. In the ACH160 exclusive version, mood-lighting contributes to reduced fatigue, it added. "We are proud to announce this milestone contract for two .

India looking to partner with Embraer, Sukhoi to make small jets locally

The government will keep 51% equity with an Indian company, while asking the foreign partner to do technology transfer, the people said

Air India's premium avatar by mid-2024; Maharaja stays: CEO Wilson

Airline to speed up $400-mn cabin refurbishment, says CEO

Air India's order for 470 aircraft will be worth $70 billion: CEO Wilson

Campbell Wilson added that the process of integration of Vistara with Air India is underway and is now awaiting approval from regulatory bodies

Airbus close to landing large order from IndiGo: French FM Bruno Le Maire

The contract could be signed at the French airshow in Le Bourget in June, the paper said, adding that Le Maire made the comments during his trip to India for a G20 Summit

Air India order accounts for 25% of Boeing, Airbus pre-Covid book

Earlier this week, Tata group-owned Air India announced a mega order for 470 new aircraft from Airbus (250) and Boeing (220)

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots for 470 planes, says report

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots to operate 470 aircraft that are to be supplied by Airbus and Boeing in the coming years, according to industry sources. Seeking to expand fleet as well as operations, the airline has placed orders for acquiring a total of 840 aircraft that includes an option to buy 370 planes. This is one of the largest aircraft order by any airline. Currently, Air India has around 1,600 pilots to operate its 113 aircraft fleet and in recent times, there have been instances of ultra-long haul flights getting cancelled or delayed due to shortage of crew. The airline's two subsidiaries -- Air India Express and AirAsia India -- together have around 850 pilots for flying their 54 planes while the joint venture Vistara has more than 600 pilots. The latter has a fleet of 53 aircraft, one of the sources told PTI. Air India, Air India Express, Vistara and AirAsia India together have little over 3,000 pilots to operate the combined fleet of 220 aircraft. The .

Airbus signs MoU with IISc to expand aerospace education, research

An MoU was signed in the presence of institute representatives and senior Airbus management at Aero India 2023, a biennial air show and aviation exhibition held here

Air India order for 840 planes, with 370 as options: Airline executive

Order of 840 aircraft a culmination of a fascinating two-year journey: CCTO

Air India to buy 250 aircraft, including 40 wide-body planes from Airbus

Air India will acquire 250 aircraft, including 40 wide-body planes, from Airbus, Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Tuesday. The Tata Group-owned airline will buy 40 wide-body A350 planes and 210 narrow-body aircraft. During a virtual event being attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron, among others, Chandrasekaran said a letter of intent has been signed with Airbus for the acquisition of the aircraft. The wide-body aircraft will be used for ultra-long flights. Tata Group acquired Air India in January last year.

IndiGo restores pilots' increments amid financial turnaround, Q3 profit

Airline made net profit of Rs 1,422 cr in Q3FY23, after three consecutive quarters of loss

Air India seals record order for about 500 jets from Airbus, Boeing: Report

The order reflects Air India's strategy to modernise its ageing fleet and re-capture a solid share of trips between India's large overseas diaspora and cities such as Delhi and Mumbai

Air India finalises deal with Airbus for buying around 250 planes

Air India has finalised an order for around 250 aircraft with Airbus and the deal is expected to be announced next week, a source said on Thursday. The source in the know also said the airline has signed a deal with Boeing for about 200 planes. Specific details could not be immediately ascertained and there was no immediate comments from Air India about the deals. The Tata group-owned Air India is expanding its operations as well as fleet. On January 27, Air India chief Campbell Wilson said the airline is finalising a historic order of new aircraft. Air India, earlier under the ownership of the government, had acquired new aircraft more than 16 years ago. It has not purchased a single aircraft since 2005 and the last order was for 111 aircraft -- 68 with Boeing Co and remaining 43 with Airbus -- and that deal was worth USD 10.8 billion. The source told PTI that the deal with Airbus for around 250 planes has been finalised and the announcement is likely next week. The deal is li