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2020
Bombardier announces transfer of its remaining A220 stake to Airbus
Bombardier announced that it would transfer its remaining equity in the A220 program to Airbus for approximately $600 million. The article says this decision means Bombardier will temporarily exit the global commercial aviation industry.
2020
Bombardier completes exit from commercial aerospace through A220 partnership divestiture
Bombardier reported that its sale of its shares in the Airbus Canada Limited Partnership to Airbus and the Government of Quebec completed its exit from commercial aerospace. The agreement included approximately $600 million in cash proceeds and eliminated future A220 program capital requirements.
2020
Airbus reports 2019 annual results
Airbus reported a net loss of €1.362 billion for 2019, attributing the result in part to a provision related to a bribery settlement. The company also reported revenue growth and adjusted operating income gains.
2020
Airbus collaborates with Singapore aviation regulator on urban air mobility
Airbus and Singapore's aviation regulator are collaborating on the development of urban air mobility in Singapore.
2020
Chemetall receives Airbus SQIP supplier recognition
Chemetall received the highest supplier award in Airbus’s Supply Chain & Quality Improvement Program and again achieved Accredited Supplier status in Material & Parts.
2020
Airbus unveils blended-wing-body aircraft design
Airbus unveiled a blended-wing-body aircraft design at the Singapore Airshow. The design is intended to reduce carbon emissions by about 20%; Airbus said it is studying the option.
2020
Airbus agrees to corruption settlement
Airbus agreed to a 3.6 billion euro settlement with France, Britain and the United States over corruption charges. Prosecutors said Airbus bribed public officials and concealed the payments; courts formally approved the settlements.
2020
Airbus reaches settlement agreement in principle with authorities
Airbus said it had reached agreements in principle with French, UK and US authorities in connection with investigations into allegations of bribery and corruption and compliance with US arms-trade regulations. The agreements remained subject to court and regulator approval.
2020
Airbus announces increased U.S. A320 production
Airbus announced that it would increase production of U.S.-made A320 narrow-body jetliners at its Mobile, Alabama plant from five to seven aircraft a month by the start of 2021.
2020
Aston Martin and Airbus collaborate on an ACH130 helicopter
Aston Martin and Airbus teamed up to create a specially designed ACH130 helicopter.
2020
Airbus and Aston Martin announce special-edition ACH130 helicopter
Airbus and Aston Martin announced a special-edition helicopter based on the ACH130, with Aston Martin responsible for the interior design. Airbus was accepting orders, with deliveries planned to begin in the first quarter of the year.
2019
Airbus acquires MTM Robotics
Airbus acquired industrial automation company MTM Robotics for an undisclosed sum. MTM will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Airbus Americas, Inc., retain its current leadership, staff and facility, and continue serving other aerospace customers.
2019
Fujitsu wins first prize in Airbus AI Gym challenge
Fujitsu won first prize in Airbus's worldwide AI Gym competition for its predictive AI solution for helicopter sensor monitoring.
2019
American Magic partners with Airbus
American Magic said it had sought out Airbus to use the aerospace company's engineering and simulation expertise to optimize the design process for its racing yacht.
2019
XAG unveils Project Vesper delivery drone
XAG unveiled and test-flew a new cargo delivery drone, Project Vesper, at its Guangzhou headquarters. The project was developed in collaboration with Airbus.
2019
Airbus BelugaXL receives EASA type certification
The Airbus BelugaXL received type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency, paving the way for entry into service by early 2020.
2019
Airbus BelugaXL receives EASA type certification
EASA awarded type certification to the Airbus BelugaXL, allowing Airbus to start operating the aircraft in early 2020.
2019
Yeager sues Airbus over use of his name and likeness
General Yeager sued Airbus, alleging that it used his name and representation without permission in a website article.
2019
Chuck Yeager sues Airbus over alleged trademark infringement
Chuck Yeager sued Airbus, alleging that the company used his name and photo to promote its Racer high-speed helicopter without paying him, and that a 2017 web posting implied his endorsement.
2019
Airbus announces end of A380 production
Airbus announced that it would stop making its A380 superjumbo in 2021. It said the last aircraft would be delivered in 2021 and linked the decision to a lack of customers after Emirates reduced its order.