Etihad Airways has received the first A330-200F at its Abu Dhabi home base, and is preparing for the service introduction of this new mid-size freighter with the carrier's Etihad Crystal Cargo air freight operation.

The 133 firm orders and 122 commitments announced by Airbus at this week's Farnborough International Airshow continues the company's strong commercial performance in 2010.

Airbus’ high-level activity during the 2010 Farnborough Airshow’s opening day was led by major sales announcements for A320 Family aircraft and an order for A330-300 widebody jetliners.

The third A400M has performed its maiden flight, joining the development and certification programme for Airbus Military’s next-generation, multi-role airlifter.

Already one of the most successful widebody aircraft in service today, the popularity of Airbus' A330 continues to grow with more than 1,000 orders booked for its various versions.

Airbus took centre stage during the 2010 Berlin Air Show, with high-level participation that included its announcement of new aircraft agreements valued at more than $15.3 billion and the public debut of Airbus Military’s new A400M airlifter.

The aviation industry will celebrate several historic milestones at this year’s Berlin Air Show, with Airbus providing a high-level presence that includes the first public appearance of its A400M military airlifter and the participation of three A380 jetliners.

The first A380 for Lufthansa has been delivered, bringing the number of carriers with Airbus' next generation double-deck aircraft to five.

A SPace Innovative Cabin Equipment (SPICE) prototype on display for the first time and new details of the A350 XWB cabin interior will highlight Airbus’ presence at this premier trade fair for aircraft furnishing and design.

Mak Swee Wah, Singapore Airlines’ Executive Vice President – Operations & Services, highlights the carrier’s A380, A340 and A330 operating experience, while looking to the future introduction of its A350s.