Airbus has India delivery runway for 10 years
New Delhi: Over the next decade, Airbus anticipates delivering an average of more than two aircraft per week to India, according to Jurgen Westermeier, President and Managing Director of Airbus India and South Asia. The company currently has a backlog of more than 1,200 aircraft, providing a solid foundation for sustained growth.
Westermeier emphasized that Airbus is already playing a significant role in India's aviation sector, with over 500 of the 800 aircraft currently in operation being Airbus models. This strong presence highlights the company's commitment to supporting the country's aviation industry. Responding to a query about the Air India flight AI2379 incident, Westermeier stated that the company follows official procedures to address such situations, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Furthermore, Airbus is actively working to enhance its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in India to accommodate the growing number of aircraft in the region. The company has selected Indamer Technics to establish South Asia's first comprehensive radome repair facility in Nagpur, which will facilitate quicker turnaround times for airlines and stimulate the local aviation ecosystem.
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