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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to establish a fair partnership with China, seeking to navigate the complexities of the declining trade relations and increasing competition.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz confirmed that China is set to purchase up to 120 Airbus planes as part of efforts to strengthen economic ties amidst global uncertainty.

The Chinese leadership is expected to place a significant order for additional aircraft from Airbus, totaling up to 120 planes, as revealed by Chancellor F. Merzas during his visit to China.

A Latam Airbus A320 aborted its takeoff at Bogotá's international airport after a military helicopter crossed its path due to a communication failure, according to a preliminary investigation.

Lufthansa plans to upgrade the interior of its Airbus A320 fleet with new seats and modern features to enhance passenger experience, although the changes may also bring some drawbacks.

On Sunday night, Guarulhos airport in São Paulo welcomed its first direct flight from Sydney, Australia, operated by Qantas using an Airbus A380.

Airbus has unveiled a new low-cost air defense system concept, featuring a reusable armed drone designed to destroy dangerous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Germany's new satellite system, SATCOMBw, is expected to cost up to ten billion euros, with Airbus set to commence series production of satellites for low Earth orbit.

Airbus plans to significantly expand its presence and partnerships in the Polish aviation and defense sectors through the SAFE program.

A luxury Airbus A319 jet is scheduled to arrive in Brazil this Saturday as part of a non-regular operation by a foreign airline.

Airbus reports a significant profit increase and record orders, yet faces production challenges and stock market decline due to concerns over the FCAS project.

Airbus publicly criticizes its engine supplier Pratt & Whitney for failing to deliver the contracted number of engines, impacting their production capacity for aircraft.

Airbus proposes splitting the Future Combat Air System into two distinct fighter jets to resolve disputes among European manufacturers.

Airbus reported revenues of €73.4 billion for 2025, but its shares fell by 5% following lower-than-expected delivery forecasts for 2026.

British defense giant BAE Systems achieved record financial results in 2025, solidifying its position as Europe's largest defense contractor.

Safran has revealed plans to build a new landing gear manufacturing plant in Casablanca, Morocco, aimed at supporting Airbus A320 production.

2025 was one of the safest years for air travel despite some tragic incidents, with a focus on commonly used aircraft and their incident rates.

United Nigeria Airlines reports a bird strike incident that has disrupted flight operations following the withdrawal of an affected Airbus A320 aircraft from service for inspection.

United Nigeria Airlines has experienced its fourth bird strike of 2026, leading to the temporary withdrawal of two aircraft for safety inspections.

Ural Airlines plans to significantly extend the operational lifespan of its Airbus A320 aircraft despite sanctions that limit access to spare parts from the manufacturer.

A San Diego-based American company has modified its aircraft design to include an additional deck, aiming to enhance practicality and comfort while challenging Boeing and Airbus's market dominance.

EgyptAir has officially added its first Airbus A350-900 to its fleet, a significant milestone celebrated with a ceremony attended by government officials.

An Airbus A320neo traveling from Lisbon to Prague experienced a serious altitude loss before landing, prompting an investigation by the Czech authorities.

An incident involving an Airbus near Prague raised serious concerns about pilots' awareness of altitude, emphasizing the critical nature of such knowledge for flight safety, according to aviation expert Jiří Průša.

A fire broke out in an Airbus A321 at Helsinki-Vantaa airport but was quickly extinguished by the crew with no passengers on board at the time.

A kettle fire on an Airbus at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport prompted a large emergency response from local rescue services but resulted in no injuries or wider damage.

A fire broke out in a Finnair Airbus 321 at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport due to a kettle igniting during maintenance.

An Airbus was reportedly just 30 seconds away from crashing near Prague, highlighting potential safety issues in air travel.

Latvia's national airline, airBaltic, has received its 53rd Airbus A220-300 aircraft, enhancing its fleet for both its routes and ACMI services in European markets.

The Franco-German fighter jet project, initially conceived as a political collaboration, is now facing significant challenges, leaving only a handful of nations still committed.

A British Airways Airbus experienced a wheel malfunction shortly after takeoff but managed to land safely nine hours later.

An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Paris had to make an emergency landing due to serious mechanical faults and reported electrical issues.

A flight incident occurred at Brussels Airport when an Airbus A320 taxied onto a taxiway instead of the designated runway before takeoff.

The Inter Miami team has just landed in Guayaquil on a chartered GlobalX Airbus A320, with Messi accompanying them from Fort Lauderdale.

An SAS Scandinavian Airlines Airbus A320neo mistakenly attempted to take off from a taxiway instead of the designated runway at Brussels Airport, endangering a flight to Copenhagen.

Airbus announced plans to deliver a concept version of its A400M cargo aircraft, dubbed 'mother ship', by 2029 for deploying drones and deep strike weapons.

China's civil aviation authority is proposing a regulatory change that would enable the C919 jet to utilize narrower runways, potentially increasing its market share in Southeast Asia.

A serious security breach at Valencia Airport in Spain occurred when a 24-year-old Moroccan climbed onto the roof of an Airbus A320, causing flight disruptions.

An Air India Airbus A350 experienced a serious incident after its engine sucked in a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport, prompting an investigation by India's aviation regulatory body, although no injuries were reported.

Airlines are expected to continue maintaining old engines even as Airbus and Boeing aim to surpass their delivery records in commercial aircraft.

Airbus 330 pilot Savina Paül discusses the advantages of sitting in a specific area of the plane that enhances passenger comfort.

Boeing has surpassed European rival Airbus in annual commercial aircraft orders for the first time since 2018, securing 1,173 confirmed orders in 2025, including 175 in December alone.

New figures show that the American aircraft manufacturer Boeing is gradually gaining strength, while Airbus remains the world market leader in a delicate situation.

In 2025, Boeing received 1175 gross orders compared to Airbus's 1000 gross orders, marking Boeing's first lead over Airbus since 2018.

Airbus reported a four percent increase in aircraft deliveries to 793 in 2025, yet faces challenges in fulfilling its extensive order book due to production issues with the A320.

After seven years of dominance by Airbus in the aircraft market, Boeing appears to have overcome its issues, while Airbus now struggles with quality defects and safety problems.

Wizz Air will launch a new route from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao, Spain, starting May 11, operating four times a week with Airbus A321neo aircraft.

Wizz Air will operate a new route from Krakow to Budapest four times a week starting April 29, utilizing an Airbus A321neo.

An Air France flight from Beirut to Paris Charles de Gaulle was diverted to Munich on January 4 due to a burning smell in the cabin.

An Emirates Airbus A380 flight from Heathrow to Dubai was forced to turn back to London after experiencing technical issues shortly after takeoff, requiring two hours to burn fuel before landing safely.