Airbus, conquering the future

Airbus, along with Boeing, is the world’s leading aerospace and aerospace company. Specializing in the manufacture of airliners, military and helicopters, the group employs 48,000 people in France. Its head office, located in Blagnac, near Toulouse, produces aircraft for all countries of the world. However, the aviation sector is in great pain as a result of the Coronavirus crisis. The months-long shutdown of commercial flights affects both airlines and manufacturers. As a result, a very meagre backlog that leaves difficult long-term repercussions…

A promising relaunch for aviation in Germany

As a result of the recent events related to COVID-19, aviation seemed to be out of breath. So much so that the Airbus Group plans to cut more than 5,000 jobs in France by the summer of 2021. A decision heavy with consequence, revealing a wound caused by the shutdown of activity. But the Airbus Corporate Jets group is starting to smile again, thanks to Lufthansa Technik. Indeed, the German company has just placed an order for two A321LR aircraft, belonging to the A320 Neo family. These aircraft, designed as a base for medium-haul flights, are now able to fly long-distance flights of approximately 9 and a half hours. All in a one-way plane. They can carry 163 people, and offer them comfort worthy of the largest aircraft. In 2019, Bordeaux Airport hosted the first A321LR to provide direct service to Montreal, Canada.

Germany, seduced by these quality aircraft, did not hesitate to order five new aircraft for the government. This involves the production of three ACJ 350-900s and two A321LRs. These aircraft have several roles to fulfill: government transport, or for medical evacuation. In aircraft, it is possible to transport up to 6 people in intensive care. A solution that can be very useful for emergencies in particular, which echo the news. These aircraft have many advantages that make the difference. They are designed to be more environmentally friendly. The fuel economy of up to 30% allows you to consume less, and to pollute less. In addition, Airbus’ new aircraft are quieter, with a 50% reduction in the noise footprint. An effective solution to reduce the negative impact on the environment, and to propose the planes of tomorrow.

Airbus, the key to success, always on the lookout for innovation

Since its inception, the Airbus Group has sought to push innovation further and further. This is what appeals to countries all over the world, which order for devices. To date, for the A321LR alone, the group has 110 customers and more than 7400 orders. A result indicative of a meteoric success. To date, 12,000 Airbus aircraft are in circulation worldwide, and 200 business jets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, such as Antarctica. In 2017, the group had sales of 66.7 billion euros worldwide, of which 17 billion were in Europe. However, the 2020 figures may not be the same, with COVID-19. Airports are experiencing an impressive drop in traffic, as is Bordeaux Mérignac with -75.7%.

The return to more regular traffic has already begun, but it will take time to return to pre-crisis levels. The opening of new regular direct lines from provincial airports was encouraging. Proof that connections are becoming less and less necessary with the increasing performance of airliners. In fact, Airbus is working to push the boundaries of innovation even further, by building the first commercial hydrogen aircraft. A first step towards a less polluting consumption, expected by 2035…

Sources:

Statista – 04/29/2020 – Airbus – Facts and figures

Air Journal – 05/29/2019 – Bordeaux hosts Air Transat’s A321LR

Air Journal – 16/08/2020 – French airports: record drop in air traffic in July

Statista – April 2018 – Airbus Group 2017 Revenues

Statista – April 2018 – – Airbus Group 2017 Employees by Geographic Area

Air France KLM – 07/30/2020 – TWO TRIMESTRE 2020 Performance strongly impacted by the Covid-19 crisis, large amounts of available liquidity

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