Airbus SE is a massive aerospace conglomerate that owns and operates several distinct brands and subsidiaries beyond its famous commercial jetliners. In 2026, its primary "arms" include Airbus Commercial Aircraft (the A320, A350, etc.), Airbus Helicopters (the world’s leading manufacturer of civil and military helicopters), and Airbus Defence and Space (which produces the A400M transport plane, satellites, and the Eurofighter Typhoon through a consortium). Additionally, Airbus owns Acubed, its Silicon Valley innovation center, and Airbus UpNext, which focuses on future technologies like hydrogen flight and autonomous systems. They also have a significant stake in ATR, the regional turboprop manufacturer, through a joint venture with Leonardo. For the luxury market, they operate Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) and Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH). This diverse portfolio allows Airbus to be a dominant force in almost every vertical of flight, from "urban air mobility" (air taxis) to deep-space exploration and global defense systems.