Airbus presence at Dubai Airshow 2021
Pioneering sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world
At the 2021 Dubai Airshow, Airbus showcased a wide range of products, cutting-edge technologies, services, and innovations that are leading the way to a sustainable future for aerospace.
Airbus highlighted its critical role in driving the recovery of the industry, strengthening bonds with customers, suppliers, and partners. The event also was an opportunity for Airbus to show how it is continuing to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world, connecting people, cultures and businesses as well as contributing to the global economy.
The Company recently announced its ambition to develop the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft by 2035. In that respect, Airbus showcased a mockup of its ZEROe zero-emission concept aircraft.
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In the first major airshow since the COVID-19 pandemic struck two years ago, customers demonstrated confidence in the recovery of the aviation sector and also in Airbus by placing orders and commitments. At the show, Airbus also highlighted its ambition to play a leading role in developing innovative and sustainable solutions for urban air mobility, leveraging partnerships and technologies to bring a product to the market by 2025.
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Christian Scherer, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Airbus International
Guillaume Faury, Chief Executive Officer of Airbus
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Christian Scherer is Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Head of International at Airbus
Bill Franke, Indigo Partners, Managing partner
Guillaume Faury, Chief Executive officer of Airbus
Jozsef Varadi, Chief Executive Officer of Wizz Air
Barry Biffle, Chief Executive Officer and President of Frontier Airlines
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Dubai Airshow 2021 static display
Visitors had the opportunity to explore Airbus’ aircraft including the A350-900 MSN 2 (Airspace Explorer), Ethiopian Airlines’ A350-900, Uganda Airlines’ A330neo, Air Arabia’s A321LR, WizzAir’s A321LR and AirBaltic’s A220. Also making an appearance was Acropolis Aviation’s ACJ320neo aircraft.
In the customers’ display, Emirates Airline presented its A380 and Etihad Airways showed the A350-1000.
Airbus Helicopters showcased the Kuwait Air Force aircraft H225M, along with an ACH175 as well as a mock-up of the H145M, and a scale model of the H175M.
Airbus Defence and Space presented a C295 and an A400M airlifter on the static display.
The daily flying display included Airbus’ own A350-900. Showgoers had the opportunity to see the ACH145 in flight as it performed customer demos at the South terminal.
Static display
Flying display
The foundation for our long-term competitiveness & growth
Airbus is playing a critical role in driving the recovery of the industry. As a company, we have strengthened the bonds with customers, suppliers, partners… now is the time for renewal and transformation.
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Celebrating aerospace as an irreplaceable force for good
Airbus is leveraging our renowned pioneering spirit to drive the transition to the climate-neutral aerospace industry of tomorrow. Extraordinary innovations and cross-sector partnerships will drive the flight path to net zero.
Mike Schoellhorn opening statement - Dubai Airshow 2021
The road to a decarbonised future
Aerospace is a powerful engine of employment, innovation and inspiration. Our innovations will continue to connect people, cultures and businesses around the world providing the lifeline for international trade, multilateralism, strategic autonomy and global economic development.
Airbus in Middle East and Africa
With a significant commercial presence throughout the Middle East and Africa, Airbus employs 2,500 people and is committed to delivering superior products and services to customers across the region. Airbus’ regional headquarters is situated near Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports for international travel.
The Middle East continues to be strategically important to Airbus’ wider global operations. The Company sources supplies and components from various companies operating in the region and provides technical support to its partners. Airbus has launched a number of localisation initiatives focused on developing skills and talent to inspire future industry leaders.