[1/2] FILE PHOTO-An Airbus logo is pictured at the 54th International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 19, 2023.
Work on a dedicated "A380 Emirates" inspection facility in the building began in December and the project is due to run until third quarter 2024, according to Force Ouvriere union.
"We are supporting inspections on some aircraft in Toulouse," an Airbus spokesperson said.
Ground time per jet will depend on findings and repairs, but is "estimated to average about 60 days," the spokesperson added.
Airbus data on Friday showed that total orders for the A321neo had topped 5,000 units to become its most-sold model.
Persons:
Benoit Tessier, Jean, Luc Lagardere, backdated, Tim Clark, Tim Hepher, David Evans
Organizations:
Airbus, Paris, REUTERS, Emirates, Engineering Centre, Boeing, Thomson
Locations:
Le Bourget, Paris, France, PARIS, Toulouse, Emirates