Quotes list

On behalf of JetBlue's 14,000 crewmembers, I extend our congratulations to our business partner Airbus on today's exciting announcement. JetBlue is the largest A320 operator in the world, and as an airline focused on serving the Americas, it's wonderful to welcome production of this aircraft to our own shores. Airbus has always created jobs in America - first with helping to create 14,000 JetBlue crewmember positions, and now with this manufacturing facility in Mobile, Alabama.

by Dave Barger , President and CEO, JetBlue Airways from United States

Spirit congratulates Airbus on its decision to begin assembling its energy efficient and customer appealing aircraft in the United States. Spirit is growing and will take delivery of many new Airbus airplanes in the coming years, and we look forward to our first delivery from this new Mobile facility.

by Ben Baldanza , CEO, Spirit Airlines from United States

Delta is one of the largest operators of Airbus aircraft in the U.S. and our A319, A320 and A330 fleets are popular with customers. After 2016, it will be great to see the A320 family of aircraft delivered from here in the U.S.

by Richard Anderson , CEO, Delta Air Lines from United States

Airbus continues to have an aggressive growth strategy and we congratulate them upon their new announcement. Wichita, the Air Capital of the World, benefits greatly also, as our world-class supply chain is ready and able to support their new facility. We look forward to this new growth potential.

by Suzie Ahlstrand , Interim President, Greater Wichita (KS) Economic Development Coalition from United States