Executive and Operational Committees

The Executive Committee supports the Chief Executive Officer in his duty of managing the day-to-day operations of Airbus’ business. It is chaired by the Chief Executive Officer and comprises the Heads of the major Functions and Divisions.

Executive Committee's responsibilities and powers

At the Executive Committee meetings, the following matters, among others, are discussed:

• Appointment by the Heads of Airbus Divisions and functions of their management teams;
• Major investments;
• Settling up and control of the implementation of the strategy for Airbus’ businesses;
• Airbus policy matters and management and organisational structure of the business;
• Performance level of the Company’s businesses and support functions;
• All business issues, including the operational plan of Airbus and its Divisions and Business Units.

The CEO endeavours to reach consensus among the members of the Executive Committee. In the event a consensus is not reached, the Chief Executive Officer is entitled to decide the matter.

The CEO proposes all of the Members of the Executive Committee for approval by the Board of Directors, after consultation with (a) the Chairman of the Remuneration, Nomination and Governance Committee and (b) the Chairman of the Board of Directors.

(As of 01 January 2024)

(As of 01 January 2024)