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Upgrades

Airbus Upgrade Services provides customers with the opportunity to enhance or refine their existing aircraft. As the original designers, our fundamental understanding of the aircraft allows us to propose efficient solutions to the highest quality standards.
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We provide a wide range of modifications to enhance and optimize an operators aircraft dependent on its intended role. The scope can include almost any aspect of the aircraft, from the appearance and layout of the cabin to the flight operations’ performances.
We cater for changing trends in the market whether they are driven by operational regulations and air traffic efficiency, or simply adapting to the changing needs of passengers.
As new technologies are developed, often in association with new aircraft programmes, we are able to offer retrofit solutions which can allow fleet harmonization and latest performance standards for the in-service fleet.
We offer global solutions which include not only the engineering design but installation instructions (Service Bulletins), associated kits and documentation updates. The customer can be assured of a solution which not only meets their immediate need, but is best prepared for a future growth potential and development.
Benefits can include reduced costs, increased revenues, lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in line with the drive towards eco-efficiency.

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 technical magazine - #51

The January 2013 edition of Airbus’ FAST technical magazine covers a wide range of topics, led by a feature article on the autonomous eTaxi system – which provides a number of operational and environmental benefits. This issue also focuses on the A320 Family Sharklet retrofit, optimised spare parts investment and more.
Download the magazine as a .pdf file (10.6 MB)
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