Airbus to open A320 assembly line in China
Following two years of record orders for new jetliners, a principal consideration for the manufacturers is how best to manage assembly and provision of sup

Following two years of record orders for new jetliners, a principal consideration for the manufacturers is how best to manage assembly and provision of supplies to match the higher rates of aircraft delivery. One way European manufacturer Airbus is addressing this challenge is by establishing a final-assembly line for the A320 series of single-aisle jetliners in China.

Construction is already under way in Tianjin to provide hangars, offices, a delivery center and related services. The line is being set up under an agreement between Airbus and a Chinese consortium whose membership includes both elements of the Chinese Aviation Industry Corp., AVIC I and II.