Airbus is one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers, and it consistently captures approximately half or more of all orders for airliners with more than 100 seats.

Airbus' mission is to provide the aircraft best suited to the market's needs and to support these aircraft with the highest quality of service. The Airbus jetliner product line comprises 14 aircraft models, from the 100-seat single-aisle A318 jetliner to the 525-seat A380 - which is the largest civil airliner in service.

As of 30 June 2010, combined orders for Airbus single-aisle and widebody jetliners totaled more than 9,600 with over 6,200 aircraft delivered to customers worldwide.

Airbus also has expanded into the military transport aircraft sector. The A400M multi-role military airlifter - being produced under management of the Airbus Military company - will replace ageing fleets of C-130 Hercules and C-160 Transalls. In addition, aerial tankers for in-flight refueling and transport missions are flying variants derived from the A310 and A330.

The C295 and CN235 – also produced by Airbus Military – are versatile, medium-size military airlifters used for carrying paratroopers, maritime patrol, surveillance operations, search and rescue, economic exclusion zone enforcement and medical evacuations. Airbus Military’s C212 light tactical military airlifter has been proven its capabilities during more than 30 years of service in a variety of roles, including maritime patrol, cargo transport, paratroop deployment and medical evacuation.

For additional information on Airbus’ parent company, EADS, see the Investor Relations section on its corporate website.