Airbus in Australia
Strengthening Australia’s aerospace partnership
Over 40 years of partnership in Australia
Australia has been a key market for Airbus for over 40 years, with customers consistently trusting its civil aircraft, defence, space, and helicopter products. Airbus has secured orders for more than 300 passenger aircraft and over 300 helicopters and military fixed-wing aircraft.
Additionally, Airbus's strong industrial presence includes MRO centres which contribute to the local economy, enhanced aerospace capabilities, and created high-value jobs, reinforcing its partnership with the region.
Our impact
Through acquisitions and organic growth, Airbus has established multiple MRO facilities in Australia and embedded itself in the defence force, supporting helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. These long-standing partnerships and continuous investment in the local aviation industry generate employment for over 1,000 people in Australia in high-value aerospace jobs.
Our products & services
Airbus has a strong presence in Australia, providing advanced commercial aircraft like the A350, A321XLR, and A220, as well as civil and military helicopters. The company is also investing in the local Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry and supporting the growth of the space sector. With extensive MRO facilities, Airbus supports both civil and military operations, enhancing Australia’s aerospace capabilities and contributing to economic growth.
Commercial Aircraft in Australia
Our products & services
Most recently, Qantas confirmed its trust with milestone orders for its future fleet including the A350, A321XLR and A220. Airbus is also investing in a joint Sustainable Aviation Fuel partnership with Qantas, designed to help develop the SAF industry in Australia.
Qantas Group low cost subsidiary Jetstar has a fleet of over 50 Airbus A320 Family aircraft for operations on its domestic and international network. Local airline Virgin Australia also operates Airbus A330 aircraft as part of its fleet.
Helicopters in Australia
Our products & services
In the helicopter market, Australia is a key region for Airbus, with over 300 civil and parapublic helicopters in operation. These aircraft are utilised for a variety of missions, including private and corporate services, emergency medical services, and law enforcement.
The diverse applications highlight the critical role of Airbus helicopters in supporting essential services and operations across the country.
Defence in Australia
Our Products & Services
In Defence, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) operates a fleet of A330 Multi Role Transport Tanker (MRTT) aircraft. Airbus provides comprehensive support for these military helicopters used by the Australian Army and offers maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the fixed-wing aircraft operated by the RAAF, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency.
Space in Australia
Our products & services
In Australia, Airbus is pioneering new frontiers in space by fostering a robust ecosystem within the local space industry. Leveraging our proven expertise in space technology, Airbus is bringing global experience to the Australian sector.
Our goal is to support the development of a sovereign space solution tailored to Australia’s needs, enhancing local capabilities and contributing to the country’s space ambitions.
Local partnerships and regional growth
Airbus also has a long and successful industrial footprint in Australia which includes maintenance, repair and overhaul centres for civil and military fixed wing and rotary aircraft. This presence has made a direct contribution to the local economies, built regional aerospace capabilities and created high-value jobs in the aviation industry. With 1,200 employees across the country in various locations, the Airbus teams are ready to support customers.
Airbus’ operations in Australia are located at Brisbane, Canberra, and Sydney.
Safety Management System
Australia & New Zealand
Safety is the foundation of our business at Airbus, both globally and locally. Our strong safety culture is part of all our operations at Airbus in Australia Pacific, whether on the ground or in the air.
Terms, Conditions, and Policies
Australia & New Zealand
Documents
Airbus AP Privacy Policy
Airbus AP Purchase Terms and Conditions
Airbus New Zealand Limited - Terms & Conditions Purchase
Whistleblower Policy
Export Control Classification Declaration
Airbus New Zealand Limited - Terms & Conditions Quotations
Security requirements for contracted access
- Documents
Airbus AP Privacy Policy
Airbus AP Purchase Terms and Conditions
Airbus New Zealand Limited - Terms & Conditions Purchase
Whistleblower Policy
Export Control Classification Declaration
Airbus New Zealand Limited - Terms & Conditions Quotations
Security requirements for contracted access
Latest from Australia
In the news
-
Press releases Helicopters
Airbus partners with Drone Forge to advance Flexrotor in Asia Pacific
Drone Forge and Airbus have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on the deployment and operational integration of Flexrotor. -
Press releases Helicopters
Two Airbus H175 helicopters set to soar in Australia with PHI
-
Press releases Helicopters
Microflite adds new five-bladed H145
-
Stories Defence
Pitch Black 2022: Behind the Scenes of Operation Rapid Pacific 2022
-
Press releases Commercial Aircraft
Jetstar Airways takes delivery of first A321neo
Airbus in Asia-Pacific
-
Airbus in China
Airbus has been present in China for several decades. Today, China has become an important market for Airbus, as well as a…
-
Airbus in India
Airbus shares a long-standing relationship of collaboration and symbiotic growth with India.
-
Airbus in Indonesia
Airbus and Indonesia have maintained an enduring relationship for over 40 years, starting with Garuda Indonesia's 1979 order for…
-
Airbus in Japan
Japan is a strategic country for Airbus, with a growing presence in every sector of the market and an increasingly strong…
-
Airbus in Malaysia
Airbus in Malaysia caters to a key customer base across the commercial aircraft, defence, space and helicopter product lines.
-
Airbus in New Zealand
The Airbus relationship with New Zealand dates back to 2002, when Air New Zealand announced that it would acquire Airbus aircraft…
-
Airbus in the Philippines
Airbus and the Philippines have had a long-standing relationship, going back more than 40 years.
-
Airbus in Singapore
The Airbus presence in Singapore can be traced back to 1969 when one of its founding companies, Aerrsopatiale, delivered the…
-
Airbus in South Korea
South Korea is a key customer base across Airbus’ businesses in commercial aircraft, defence, space and helicopters.
-
Airbus in Thailand
Thailand is an important customer base for Airbus in the Asia-Pacific region across its commercial aircraft, defence, space and…
-
Airbus in Vietnam
The partnership between Airbus and Vietnam dates back almost 30 years, to when Airbus aircraft became the first Western types to…
-
Working in Australia and New Zealand
We have exciting opportunities across our locations and for a range of skill sets.
