Airbus Canada Sees 'No Strong Red Flags' For A220 Production Hike
Airbus plans to increase output to 14 aircraft per month from a nominal six aircraft monthly, a level of production it has not reached yet this year.
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Airbus plans to increase output to 14 aircraft per month from a nominal six aircraft monthly, a level of production it has not reached yet this year.
PARIS, June 21 (Reuters) - Airbus SE will continue taking steps to control the costs of its loss-making A220 jet, while also supporting its supply chain, the president of the company's Canadian division said on Wednesday. Airb...
Airbus is trying to reduce the production costs of its smallest jet, but faces broader industry pressure from suppliers that want to pass on their own higher costs from raw materials and labor.
The A220 is another important element in Airbus’ competitive play against Boeing, and scenarios for a broader role are being evaluated.
Airbus systems procurement chief Benoit Schultz is to take over as head of the A220 operation, as chief executive of Airbus Canada, succeeding Philippe Balducchi who has led the division for nearly three years.