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Airbus delivers the first China-assembled A-320 aircraft

Tianjin, China - To Dragon Aviation Leasing company

Following recent announcements and about one month after its first flight (see AVIONEWS 1 and 2), Airbus today finally delivered the first A-320 aircraft assembled in China. At a grand ceremony, the aircraft was handed over by Airbus President and CEO, Tom Enders, to the Chairman of Dragon Aviation Leasing, Li Hai. The aircraft will be leased to and operated by Sichuan Airlines. Tom Enders stated:...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1106234
Rome, Italy, 06/23/2009 15:32
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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