Airbus has officially started production in the United States of the A220, the European conglomerate’s newest product entry in the battle to keep pace with arch-rival Boeing.
Airbus Begins U.S. A220 Production
Key Takeaways:
- Airbus has officially begun production of its A220 aircraft in the United States at a new factory in Mobile, Alabama.
- This expansion solidifies Airbus's global manufacturing presence, strengthens its U.S. industrial footprint, and creates 400 additional jobs, enhancing its competitive position against rivals.
- The first U.S.-built A220, destined for Delta Air Lines, is scheduled for delivery in the third quarter of 2020, with the facility aiming to produce 40-50 aircraft annually by the middle of the next decade.
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