Airbus is a leading commercial aircraft manufacturer. Its customer focus, commercial know-how, technological leadership and manufacturing efficiency consistently win it 40 – 60% of all orders for aircraft of 100 seats or more.
The new A380 double-decker is the most spacious and efficient aircraft flying today. It has 525 seats and allows airlines to offer customers an unrivalled level of comfort. Conceived to bring airlines specific economic and environmental benefits, it increases capacity on long haul routes where landing slots are limited and lowers costs per passenger. The A380 is the only passenger aircraft of this size.
With more than 5,800 A320 aircraft ordered, this single-aisle plane continued to be the best selling Family of commercial jets ever. The A320 Family responds to airlines’ needs for optimised cabin layouts, better baggage and cargo handling, maximum operational flexibility on short- and medium-haul routes and lower operating costs.
The A350 XWB (extra wide body) is Airbus’ newest aircraft and its response to demand for a medium-capacity, long-range, wide-body Family. With a fuselage made largely of carbon fibre, its low weight meets the challenges of high fuel prices and environmental concerns. The wide-body gives passengers greater comfort on long journeys. Launched in 2006, the A350 XWB is still in development with the first delivery scheduled for 2013.
The A330/A340 Family has the versatility for either regional routes or long-range flights. One basic airframe is available in six different configurations, powered by two or four engines. The twin-engine A330 is designed to generate maximum revenue and low operating costs on regional and extended-range routes while the four-engine A340 provides flexibility on the most demanding long-range and ultra-long-range flights.
