The first benefit of the Airbus A320 is its performance capabilities. The A320 has a maximum range of 4,000 nautical miles and a maximum speed of Mach 0.82, making it capable of flying long-haul routes with ease.
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Safety is the priority for airlines. Airlines are sensitive to passengers' perceptions of safety, having randomly assigned the Boeing 737 Max to routes and times. Historically, Boeing has been considered more reliable and safer than Airbus.
Airbus single aisle aircraft such as the A320 have a wider fuselage compared to the Boeing 737. This allows for a seat that is 18” in width, giving you more comfort. Also, having a wider fuselage allows for a wider aisle and this allows better flow when moving to another seat, the lavatory or galley.
For the first quarter of 2022, Airbus had earnings of €1.26 billion ($1.34 billion) while Boeing lost $1.22 billion. Airbus reported total revenue of €12 billion ($12.7 billion) compared to Boeing's $14 billion.
As you can see, the Airbus models are actually cheaper (not that airlines usually pay list prices), and the company is able to produce more aircraft due to its multiple factories around the world.
Airbus emphasizes commonality across its aircraft models, meaning that pilots can more easily transition between different Airbus aircraft. This approach benefits airlines by reducing training time and costs. Boeing's aircraft, in contrast, have more variation in cockpit design and systems.
With around 134,000 employees and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry.
2.3 Strategic Competitive Advantage Through Inside-Out Strategy. Airbus is using an inside-out strategy, due its emphasis on product quality, determined. by its safety rating, meticulous supply chain, and their own technological innovation. Airbus also has an advantage of having the MRO (Maintenance Repair Operation)
At the top of the list is the Indian giant IndiGo. The carrier has made a colossal 830 orders with Airbus and heavily uses the A320 family aircraft throughout the Indian subcontinent. Its orders are below. If you are wondering where the A321XLR is, Airbus includes that (and the A321LR) as a variant of the A321neo.
1. Boeing 737: With a safety record of just 0.07 fatal accidents per million departures, the Boeing 737 tops our list. It's the veteran of the skies and a favorite among many airlines. 2.