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Airbus SE, the parent company and main legal entity, oversees Airbus's global aerospace activities, including commercial aircraft, defense, and space sectors. The use of the Airbus name by one company or affiliate does not create any rights, obligations, or liabilities for another.
One of the key Airbus legal entities under corporate control is the Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP). Originally known as Bombardier CSeries Aircraft Limited Partnership, ACLP was renamed after Airbus acquired a majority stake (50.01%) in 2017. ACLP focuses on the A220 aircraft program, with production primarily in Mirabel, Québec, and assembly also taking place in Airbus Mobile, Alabama.
While Aer Lingus, a major airline customer, is not directly an Airbus subsidiary, it is owned mostly by International Airlines Group (IAG), which also owns British Airways and Iberia. Aer Lingus operates Airbus aircraft, making it an indirectly associated airline.
Airbus Operations SAS is responsible for the production and assembly of Airbus aircraft, while Airbus Services by Airbus provides support services for Airbus aircraft throughout their lifecycle. Airbus CyberSecurity, a division of Airbus Defense and Space, offers cybersecurity solutions for various industries.
Other Airbus-affiliated companies include Airbus Defense and Space GmbH, specializing in defense and space technology, Airbus UAS, focusing on the development of unmanned aerial systems, and Airbus APWorks, specializing in additive manufacturing and lightweight design. Airbus SE, the parent company, owns a majority stake in several Airbus-affiliated companies.
It is important to note that the list of Airbus companies and affiliates is non-exhaustive and may not include all entities at any given time. Many airlines worldwide operate Airbus aircraft but are not Airbus affiliates or legal entities related to Airbus itself.
In summary, while many airlines operate Airbus aircraft, the key distinct Airbus legal entities specifically under Airbus corporate control are Airbus SE (parent company), Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) for the A220 program joint venture, and Aer Lingus, while an independent airline group owning Airbus aircraft, is not an Airbus subsidiary.
The business operations of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) primarily revolve around the finance and production of the A220 aircraft program. Airbus Defense and Space, a division of Airbus, provides cybersecurity solutions for various industries, showcasing the company's involvement in both the business and finance sectors.
