Never content to let arch-rival Boeing have a moment in the sun, Airbus made headlines today by renaming the Bombardier CSeries jet the Airbus A220.
Airbus Renames Bombardier CSeries A220
Key Takeaways:
- Airbus has officially rebranded the Bombardier CSeries jets as the Airbus A220, integrating them into its existing product line with models like the A220-100 and A220-300.
- This renaming follows Airbus' acquisition of a majority stake in the CSeries program and strategically positions the A220 to optimize its offering for the 100-150 seat market.
- The move highlights the ongoing rivalry between Airbus and Boeing, with Boeing recently making its own major deal to take over Embraer's commercial jetliner business.
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