Airbus, established in 1970, is a leading aerospace manufacturer known for its commercial aircraft, defense, and space products. With a diverse portfolio that includes the A320, A350, and A380 aircraft families, Airbus serves airlines worldwide, offering fuel-efficient and technologically advanced planes. Beyond commercial aviation, Airbus provides military transport, satellites, and launch vehicles, contributing significantly to global defense and space exploration. The company emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and safety, maintaining a strong presence across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
The new freighter boasts 20% lower fuel burn and CO2, an industry-leading 4.3-meter cargo door for easier loading, and an 8,700 km range with 111-ton payload.
Airbus, CNES, and VAST signed a Declaration to advance Earth observation cooperation, enhancing VNREDSat capabilities and exploring future satellite technologies and training.
Wizz Air receives its first A321XLR, becoming the first global operator with GTF engines and Europe's first low-cost carrier to fly the long-range jet.
Skynet 6A, the UK Ministry of Defence's next-generation, fully-hardened military satellite, offers 3.5 times the capacity of current Skynet 5 satellites and enters service in 2027.
Airbus is working with TAS, ESA and NASA to maintain and upgrade various elements of the Rosalind Franklin rover in preparation for its planned launch in 2028 on a NASA supplied launcher.
Airbus reaffirmed its commitment to develop a hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft, highlighting key technologies for fuel-cell electric aviation as the most promising solution after years of research.
Airbus is developing efficient engines, open fan designs, foldable wings, hybrid-electric systems, lightweight materials, and connected systems for sustainable aviation.