Innovations and Partnerships Unveiled at Paris Air Show
Key Ideas
- Vietjet signs MoU for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft, with potential for 50 more, expanding their fleet and global network.
- Leonardo and Falcon Aviation Services enhance VVIP offerings with new AW139 helicopter order, strengthening their partnership.
- Bombardier and Leonardo partner to evaluate integrating mission systems into Bombardier Global 6500 jets for maritime multi-mission aircraft opportunities.
- Multiple orders announced, including Cessna SkyCourier by Tassili Travail Aérien, Embraer E190-E2 by ANA, Subaru/Bell 412EPX by Tunisian Air Force.
The Paris Air Show witnessed significant announcements and partnerships in the aviation industry. Vietjet, Vietnam's largest private airline, signed an MoU for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft, potentially expanding to 150, while Leonardo and Falcon Aviation Services enhanced their offerings with a new AW139 helicopter order. Bombardier and Leonardo will collaborate on maritime multi-mission aircraft opportunities. Tassili Travail Aérien ordered Cessna SkyCourier aircraft, while Embraer finalized a purchase agreement with ANA for E190-E2s. The Tunisian Air Force ordered Subaru/Bell 412EPX helicopters, and Japan Airlines partnered with Maeve Aerospace for the MAEVE Jet. Additionally, ZeroAvia's novel liquid hydrogen management system project, funded by the UK Government, aims to create the world's first liquid hydrogen flying commercial airframe testbed.