Airbus executive says output goal based on jet deals

Airbus has constantly expanded its supply chain network in China, its largest market. So far, it has more than 200 suppliers in China, including 23 tier-one suppliers from whom Airbus purchases parts and components directly.

BOGOTA: A senior Airbus official defended the European planemaker’s output goals after it clashed with leasing companies worried about overproduction of jetliners.

Airbus hopes to almost double production of its best-selling A320 family as air travel gathers pace following the coronavirus crisis.