"Start me up"
Airbus introduces start me up, a service designed to reduce the complexity of launching an airline and to support airline entrepreneurs and their business concepts.
- start me up is the first airline launch consultancy offered by an aircraft manufacturer.
- start me up is a one-stop shop to assist and guide aviation entrepreneurs in airline launches, bringing all the expert resources required to start an airline together in one location.
- start me up is tailored for start-up airlines, which are often located in rapidly-expanding markets, where traditional airline resources are difficult to find.
- start me up works with future network airlines, low cost carriers, charter airlines, specialised cargo operations and VIP charters.
See how start me up can assist you by powering-up an airline project with our "V-plan."
The team
The start me up team is comprised of industry professionals with decades of international airline and aviation experience. Our team members have successfully managed various airline projects across the globe.
Our main role is to guide and assist new airlines on their journey to success. We are passionate about our role in assisting your project take-off and look forward to your enquiry.
Did you know?
Airbus has an international network of support centres, training centres and spares' stores as well as 160 field offices around the world where nearly 300 resident customer support managers assist airlines in their daily operations.
Related publications
FAST SPECIAL EDITION: A350 XWB / June 2013

The latest edition of Airbus’ FAST technical magazine is a special issue dedicated to the company’s A350 XWB, which made headlines around the globe with its first flight, performed on 14 June 2013. Included in this edition are feature articles on the new-generation jetliner’s advanced cockpit, intelligent airframe, systems, testing and cabin & cargo design; as well as information on the aircraft’s testing programme, future airline operations, customer involvement and more.

























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