Airbus Operating in Canada: Latest Updates on the Aviation Giant's Canadian Operations
Airbus Atlantic Canada, a company under Airbus in Canada, plays a significant role in the production of the Airbus A220 aircraft. Located in Mirabel, in the Laurentians of Quebec, and just 45 minutes from Montreal, this facility serves as the final assembly line for the A220 aircraft.
The facility's core responsibilities include assembling the aircraft's major components into completed planes, overseeing quality control, and ensuring the aircraft meet certification and customer requirements before delivery. Parts for the A220, such as wings from Belfast (Northern Ireland), mid-fuselage, and pylons, are integrated at this site to create finished aircraft ready for commercial use.
Airbus Atlantic Canada also coordinates with various suppliers and internal Airbus sites to maintain production flow and meet delivery schedules. Beyond assembly, the site is involved in program management and operational coordination to optimize production efficiency and quality, reflecting Airbus’s broader strategy for the A220 program sustainability and supply chain stability.
Additionally, Airbus Canada plays a role in technical training coordination to support current and future workforce needs tied to the A220 and other Airbus programs.
It is important to note that Airbus Atlantic Canada is a separate entity from AirPro SAR Services and NAVBLUE, two other Airbus companies based in Canada. AirPro SAR Services specializes in search and rescue operations, while NAVBLUE focuses on aircraft flight optimization and fleet management, providing aviation operations and air traffic management solutions.
In summary, Airbus Atlantic Canada’s roles and responsibilities in the Airbus A220 program are centered on the final assembly and integration of the aircraft, ensuring quality and operational efficiency, and supporting skilled workforce development for the program. This facility is a crucial piece of the puzzle in Airbus's global production network.
[1] Source: Airbus Atlantic Canada Website [5] Source: Airbus Atlantic Canada Website
- Airbus Atlantic Canada collaborates with aerospace, technology, finance, and industry partners to optimize production efficiency and quality, aligning with Airbus's broader strategy for the A220 program.
- The technology used at Airbus Atlantic Canada, such as automated assembly processes and advanced quality control systems, helps ensure the aircraft produced meet certification and customer requirements.
