Airbus takes on the C Series

摘要

"WE'RE THROWING a big stone into the water." Airbus Group Chairman Tom Enders' words on October 16 were an apt description of Airbus's surprise move to acquire a majority stake in Bombardier's C Series. Subject to regulatory approval and for no equity investment, Airbus will acquire 50.01% of the C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership, leaving Bombardier with approximately 31% and Investissement Quebec with 19%.