What Happened
German Chancellor Backs Tradition Of Narrowbody Programs
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on Airbus to manage the development of its next-generation single-aisle airliner from Hamburg, where the company currently runs its successful A320 program. Merz’s proposal is part of Germany’s new aviation strategy, which emphasizes digitalization and decarbonization. The strategy also includes increased investments in aviation research, with a focus on electric- and hydrogen-powered aviation. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.