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We review the latest news and developments where Airbus is made of 75% of the A220 program and the A330-800 receives an EASA certificate.
The European manufacturer achieved a year 2019 record purchase orders, positioned itself as the world's leading manufacturer (thanks to repeated complications with the Boeing 737 MAX) and also led technological innovation and environment with new projects.
In this context, and with positive numbers in its finances, Airbus achieved two new goals by achieving the 75% of participation in the A220 and the A330-800 obtained the EASA certification.
Airbus A220
Airbus, the Government of Québec and Bombardier Inc.. agreed to a new ownership structure for the A220 program, whereby Bombardier transferred its remaining shares of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (Airbus Canada) to Airbus and the Government of Québec. The transaction is effective immediately.
This agreement increases the stakes in Airbus Canada, responsible for the A220, al 75 percent for Airbus and the 25 percent for the Government of Québec, respectively. Airbus can redeem the government's share in 2026, three years after the previous negotiation. As part of this transaction, Airbus, through its subsidiary Stelia Aerospace, also acquired Bombardier's A220 and A330 work package production capabilities in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
This new agreement underscores the commitment of Airbus and the Government of Québec to the A220 program during this phase of continued growth and increased demand.. Since Airbus acquired majority ownership of the A220 program the 1 July 2018, total cumulative net orders for the aircraft have increased by a 64 percent to 658 units at the end of January 2020.
with this transaction, Bombardier will receive a consideration of $591 million Airbus, net of adjustments, of which $531 million were received at closing and $60 million to be paid during the period 2020-21.
Airbus A330-800
The A330-800 received joint Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The aircraft certification flight test campaign was successfully carried out by the aircraft MSN1888, who completed the program in 370 flight test hours and 132 flights since its first flight in November 2018.
El A330-800, part of the new generation A330neo Family, it is the longest and most efficient wide-body aircraft and incorporates new Rolls-Royce Trent engines 7000, a new 3D optimized wing and new Sharklets with lighter composite materials. Together, These advances bring a significant reduction in the fuel consumption of the 25 percent compared to previous generation competing aircraft of similar size.
Initially certified with a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) from 242 tons for a range capacity of up to 7,500 nautical miles, the A330-800 will normally have the capacity to 220 a 260 passengers in three classes, Or until 406 travelers in a single class High-density configuration. Till the date, the A330neo family has won 337 firm orders of 22 operators.
On the A330-800, passengers can expect the highest levels of comfort, with the aircraft featuring the award-winning Airspace by Airbus cabin with the most overhead storage space, advanced ambient cabin lighting and the latest in in-flight entertainment and connectivity.
Operationally, the A330neo shares a common pilot type rating with the A350 ONLY larger, reducing the cost of training and providing maximum pilot productivity. Maintenance personnel will also benefit from the aircraft's new Skywise data connectivity features that will help them predict potential problems before they arise., thus ensuring maximum productivity of the aircraft in service.
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