Bombardier is in transition, with a new management team that continues to evolve. Last week’s addition of Nico Buchholz as Vice President of Procurement provides yet another seasoned industry executive to the management team, with prior experience at Airbus and…
I had the opportunity this morning to speak with Barry Eccleston, President, Airbus Americas, at the dedication of their new facility in Mobile, Alabama. Views: 9
The new Airbus facility in Mobile begins with the Transshipment center, at which parts are received into the final assembly line. Most are delivered by ship, and trucked from the deep water port of Mobile 3 miles away to the…
Fabrice Bregier, Allan McArtor, and Barry Eccleston spoke to the press prior to the dedication of the new Airbus Final Assembly Line in Mobile Alabama. Their remarks can be heard here: Views: 7
Airbus has formally opened its final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama, and conducted a media tour on Sunday 13 September before the formal opening ceremony tomorrow. The facility is impressive, and has the capability to build eight narrow-body aircraft per…
It might come as a surprise to many to know the LEAP-powered A320neo is already doing tests outside Europe. The aircraft is now in Bolivia. This comes after flying into French Guiana on September 9. It looks like Airbus has…