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2026
Airbus and OneWeb sign European distribution agreement
Airbus and OneWeb signed a distribution agreement under which Airbus will offer OneWeb satellite communication services to selected European and UK military, civil protection, and security forces.
2026
JPP Holding receives Airbus aerospace certifications
Thailand-based precision sheet-metal manufacturer JPP Holding secured more than 20 aerospace special-process certifications from Airbus, including certifications for A350 cockpit structural parts and related subprojects.
2026
Metro Aviation unveils H140 medical interior concept
Metro Aviation unveiled a full-scale mockup of a medical interior concept designed for the Airbus H140 at AMTC 2026. The interior remains in the concept stage, and Metro invited industry attendees to provide input on its final configuration.
2026
Airbus stages maiden flight of new A350F freighter
Airbus staged the maiden flight of its new A350F freighter aircraft, as reported by Reuters.
2026
Airbus probes A321neo flaw as repair plan eases disruption
Airbus is investigating a flaw affecting its A321neo aircraft, and a repair plan for the flaw is easing disruption, according to Reuters.
2026
Airbus shares fall as company faces scrutiny over glitch in best-selling jet
Airbus shares fell as the company faced scrutiny over a glitch affecting its best-selling jet, according to a Jerusalem Post report.
2026
AAIB opens investigation into Air India Phuket-Delhi flight altitude drop
India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) initiated a formal independent investigation into an in-flight incident involving Air India flight AI 2379 from Phuket to Delhi on August 4, 2026, during which an Airbus A320 (registration VT-EXO) experienced a sudden altitude variation of about 300 feet; 20 passengers and four cabin crew were injured. France's BEA and Airbus technical representatives are assisting under ICAO protocols.
2022
Delta and Airbus agree to collaborate on hydrogen-aircraft research
Delta Air Lines agreed to become the first U.S. carrier to collaborate with Airbus on research and development of hydrogen-powered aircraft. The collaboration is intended to support development of the aircraft and its supporting ecosystem.
2022
Airbus and Fortescue Future Industries agree to collaborate on hydrogen aviation
Airbus and Perth-based Fortescue Future Industries signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on hydrogen-focused, low-emission solutions for aviation, aimed at supporting entry into service of Airbus’ ZEROe hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035.
2021
Qatar Airways grounds 21 A350 aircraft amid surface degradation concerns
Qatar Airways said it had grounded 21 A350 aircraft, citing accelerated degradation of their fuselages beneath the paint. The airline called the condition significant.
2021
Qatar Airways files UK court claim against Airbus over A350 surface damage
Qatar Airways said it had started proceedings in a UK court against Airbus over surface flaws on A350 jets. Qatar Airways said the condition had led to 21 of its A350s being grounded; Airbus maintained that the aircraft were safe to fly.
2021
Airbus appoints general manager in Vietnam
Airbus announced that Huang Zhimei had formally taken up the role of general manager of Airbus Vietnam, overseeing its commercial operations in Vietnam.
2021
Airbus announces plans for a new CityAirbus
Airbus announced plans for a new CityAirbus, an electric aircraft designed to carry up to four passengers. The prototype's first flight is planned for 2023.
2021
Haydale and Airbus file joint patent application
Airbus filed a joint patent application covering intellectual property jointly generated with Haydale under the GraCELS-2 project.
2021
Air Lease Corporation delivers Airbus A321neo to SKY
Air Lease Corporation announced that it delivered a new Airbus A321neo aircraft on long-term lease to SKY. It was the first Airbus A321neo to operate in Chile.
2021
Airbus launches cloud-based pilot training service
Airbus launched a cloud-based pilot training service for initial and recurrent type-rating training for its A320 aircraft family.
2021
Airbus joins SAF+ consortium
Airbus agreed to join the SAF+ consortium and contribute technical and certification expertise, economic analysis, and advocacy. The consortium aims to produce sustainable aviation fuel.
2021
Airbus updates aircraft production plans
Airbus updated suppliers on its production plans, including planned production-rate increases for the A220, A320 and A350 families and future rate scenarios for the A320 family.
2021
Airbus launches Tripset travel companion app
Airbus launched Tripset, a travel companion app that aggregates flight and travel information, including current travel conditions, restrictions and health requirements.
2021
SriLankan Airlines sues Airbus for $1 billion
SriLankan Airlines sued Airbus for $1 billion in damages, reputational loss, costs, and interest, and sought cancellation of a purchase agreement for four A350-900 aircraft and return of a $19 million advance payment. The article reports that a UK court-approved agreement concerned Airbus, and that the Serious Fraud Office investigation revealed bribery offences; the suit followed information revealed in the judgment.