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'''Guillaume Faury''' ({{IPA-fr|ɡijom foʁi}}; born 22 February 1968) is a French engineer and business executive who has served as the chief executive officer (CEO) of [[Airbus|Airbus SE]] and chairman of its civil aircraft division, Airbus SAS, since April 2019. Born in [[Cherbourg-Octeville]], France, Faury rose through the ranks of the European aerospace industry over a career spanning more than two decades, holding senior positions at [[Eurocopter Group|Eurocopter]] (later [[Airbus Helicopters]]) and within Airbus's commercial aircraft division before being appointed to lead the multinational corporation. A graduate of two of France's most prestigious engineering institutions, [[École polytechnique]] and [[ISAE-SUPAERO|Supaéro]], Faury brought a strong technical background combined with managerial experience to the helm of Europe's largest aerospace company. His appointment came at a pivotal moment for Airbus, as the company sought to move past a period of corporate turmoil related to corruption probes and leadership changes.<ref name="avweek-turmoil">{{cite news |title=Airbus Facing Leadership Changes Amid Turmoil, Corruption Probes |url=http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/airbus-facing-leadership-changes-amid-turmoil-corruption-probes |work=Aviation Week |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Under Faury's leadership, Airbus has navigated supply chain disruptions, the [[COVID-19 pandemic]]'s impact on aviation, and ongoing strategic decisions concerning production rates, new technologies, and European defense programs including the [[Future Combat Air System]] (FCAS).
'''Guillaume Faury''' ({{IPA-fr|ɡijom foʁi}}; born 22 February 1968) is a French engineer and business executive who has served as the chief executive officer (CEO) of [[Airbus|Airbus SE]] and chairman of its civil aircraft division, [[Airbus SAS]], since April 2019. Born in [[Cherbourg-Octeville]], France, Faury rose through the ranks of the European aerospace industry over a career spanning more than two decades, holding leadership positions at [[Eurocopter]] (later [[Airbus Helicopters]]) and within the broader Airbus group before being appointed to lead one of the world's largest aerospace and defence companies. A graduate of two of France's most prestigious engineering institutions — [[École polytechnique]] and [[ISAE-SUPAERO|Supaéro]] — Faury brought deep technical expertise to the executive suite, having begun his career as a flight test engineer and later serving in France's defence procurement agency. His tenure as Airbus CEO has been marked by the challenges of the [[COVID-19 pandemic]], ongoing supply chain disruptions, ambitious production ramp-up targets for the company's best-selling [[Airbus A320neo family|A320neo family]], and strategic decisions regarding European defence programmes including the [[Future Combat Air System]] (FCAS).<ref>{{cite web |title=Guillaume Faury Biography |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240112115320/https://www.airbus.com/sites/g/files/jlcbta136/files/2023-06/Guillaume-Faury-Biography.pdf |publisher=Airbus |date=2023 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Who is Guillaume Faury, the Executive Chairman of Airbus Group? |url=https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-news/91285-who-is-guillaume-faury-the-executive-chairman-of-airbus-group |publisher=Aerocontact |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He is also a member of the [[European Round Table for Industry]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Members |url=https://www.ert.eu/members |publisher=European Round Table for Industry |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Guillaume Faury was born on 22 February 1968 in [[Cherbourg-Octeville]], a port city on the [[Cotentin Peninsula]] in [[Normandy]], northwestern France.<ref name="airbus-bio">{{cite web |title=Guillaume Faury Biography |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240112115320/https://www.airbus.com/sites/g/files/jlcbta136/files/2023-06/Guillaume-Faury-Biography.pdf |publisher=Airbus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details about his family background and childhood have not been extensively documented in public sources. Faury grew up in France and pursued an education focused on engineering and the sciences, a path that would eventually lead him to the upper echelons of the European aerospace industry.
Guillaume Faury was born on 22 February 1968 in [[Cherbourg-Octeville]], a port city in the [[Normandy]] region of northwestern France.<ref name="airbus-bio">{{cite web |title=Guillaume Faury Biography |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240112115320/https://www.airbus.com/sites/g/files/jlcbta136/files/2023-06/Guillaume-Faury-Biography.pdf |publisher=Airbus |date=2023 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details of his family background and upbringing have not been extensively documented in public sources. His subsequent educational path, however, reflected an early aptitude for science and engineering, leading him to pursue studies at some of France's most competitive academic institutions.


== Education ==
== Education ==


Faury's academic credentials reflect a trajectory through some of France's most competitive and respected institutions of higher learning. He attended the [[École polytechnique]], one of France's [[grandes écoles]] and among the most selective engineering schools in the country, known for producing leaders in science, industry, and government.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> He subsequently studied at [[ISAE-SUPAERO|Supaéro]] (now part of the Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace, or ISAE-SUPAERO), France's foremost aerospace engineering school, located in [[Toulouse]].<ref name="airbus-bio" /> This dual engineering formation provided Faury with deep technical expertise in aeronautics and aerospace systems. Later in his career, Faury also pursued management studies at the [[IAE Aix-en-Provence]], a graduate school of management at [[Aix-Marseille University]], supplementing his engineering background with formal business and leadership training.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> This combination of elite engineering and management education has been noted by industry observers as a distinguishing feature of his professional profile.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis">{{cite news |title=Analysis: New Airbus commercial boss Faury is strong on technology |url=https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-new-airbus-commercial-boss-faury-is-strong-444229/ |work=FlightGlobal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Faury attended the [[École polytechnique]], one of France's [[Grandes écoles]] and among the country's most selective engineering schools, known for producing leaders in science, industry, and government.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> He subsequently studied at [[ISAE-SUPAERO|Supaéro]] (now part of the Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace, or ISAE-SUPAERO) in [[Toulouse]], France's leading graduate school of aerospace engineering.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> These two institutions provided Faury with a rigorous foundation in both general engineering and specialised aeronautical science. Later in his career, Faury also completed a programme at [[IAE Aix-en-Provence]], the graduate school of management at [[Aix-Marseille University]], adding a business and management dimension to his technical education.<ref name="airbus-bio" /><ref>{{cite web |title=Who is Guillaume Faury, the Executive Chairman of Airbus Group? |url=https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-news/91285-who-is-guillaume-faury-the-executive-chairman-of-airbus-group |publisher=Aerocontact |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==
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=== Early Career and Eurocopter ===
=== Early Career and Eurocopter ===


Faury began his career in the French defense sector. According to his official Airbus biography, he initially worked as a flight test engineer, gaining hands-on experience with aircraft systems and performance evaluation.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> He entered the helicopter industry and rose through management positions at [[Eurocopter Group|Eurocopter]], the Franco-German helicopter manufacturer that was a subsidiary of the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company ([[EADS]]), the predecessor entity of Airbus Group.<ref name="eurocopter-bio">{{cite web |title=Guillaume Faury |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130618111706/http://www.eurocopter.com/site/en/ref/Guillaume-Faury_1257.html |publisher=Eurocopter |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
After completing his engineering education, Faury began his professional career in the French defence sector. He worked as a flight test engineer, gaining hands-on technical experience with rotary-wing aircraft. He also served within France's [[Direction générale de l'Armement]] (DGA), the country's defence procurement and technology agency, where he was involved in the development and testing of military helicopter programmes.<ref name="eurocopter-bio">{{cite web |title=Guillaume Faury — Eurocopter |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130618111706/http://www.eurocopter.com/site/en/ref/Guillaume-Faury_1257.html |publisher=Eurocopter |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Faury served as CEO of Eurocopter (which was rebranded as [[Airbus Helicopters]] in January 2014) from 2013. In this role, he oversaw the operations of the world's largest helicopter manufacturer, managing a portfolio of civil and military rotorcraft programs and a global workforce. His tenure at the helicopter division was marked by efforts to modernize the product line, improve industrial efficiency, and strengthen the division's competitive position in both civil and military markets.<ref name="eurocopter-bio" /><ref name="aerocontact">{{cite web |title=Who is Guillaume Faury, the Executive Chairman of Airbus Group? |url=https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-news/91285-who-is-guillaume-faury-the-executive-chairman-of-airbus-group |publisher=Aerocontact |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Faury joined [[Eurocopter]] (which later became [[Airbus Helicopters]]), the helicopter manufacturing division of the Airbus group, where he held progressively senior roles. His experience in flight testing and programme management positioned him as a strong technical leader within the organisation. He eventually rose to become CEO of Eurocopter/Airbus Helicopters, leading the company through a period of rebranding and integration into the wider Airbus corporate structure.<ref name="eurocopter-bio" /><ref name="flightglobal-analysis">{{cite news |title=Analysis: New Airbus commercial boss Faury is strong on technology |url=https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-new-airbus-commercial-boss-faury-is-strong-444229/ |work=FlightGlobal |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Head of Airbus Commercial Aircraft ===
As head of Airbus Helicopters, Faury oversaw one of the world's largest helicopter manufacturers, responsible for both civil and military rotorcraft programmes. His leadership at the helicopter division gave him broad experience across the aerospace value chain, from research and development to manufacturing, sales, and customer support.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" />


In February 2018, Faury was appointed president of [[Airbus Commercial Aircraft]], the company's largest division by revenue, succeeding [[Fabrice Brégier]].<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" /> This appointment placed him in charge of the division responsible for the A220, A320, A330, A350, and A380 families of commercial airliners. Industry analysts noted at the time that Faury's strong technical credentials, combined with his experience running a major business unit at Airbus Helicopters, made him a natural fit for the commercial aircraft leadership role.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" />
=== President of Airbus Commercial Aircraft ===


His period as head of commercial aircraft was brief but served as a proving ground. Faury took charge of the division during a period of record production rate increases, particularly for the best-selling [[Airbus A320neo family]], and amid an industry-wide challenge of managing complex global supply chains. His performance in this role was a key factor in his subsequent selection as CEO of the entire Airbus group.<ref name="avweek-turmoil" />
Faury's track record at Airbus Helicopters led to his appointment as president of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, the group's largest division by revenue, responsible for the design, manufacture, and sale of the company's range of commercial jetliners including the [[Airbus A220|A220]], [[Airbus A320 family|A320]], [[Airbus A330|A330]], and [[Airbus A350|A350]] families. In this role, Faury was responsible for the operational performance of the commercial aircraft business, including managing the industrial ramp-up of the A320neo family, which had become the best-selling single-aisle aircraft programme in aviation history.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" /><ref name="aviationweek-leadership">{{cite news |title=Airbus Facing Leadership Changes Amid Turmoil, Corruption Probes |url=http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/airbus-facing-leadership-changes-amid-turmoil-corruption-probes |work=Aviation Week |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Appointment as CEO of Airbus SE ===
His appointment to lead the commercial aircraft division came during a period of significant challenge and change at Airbus. The company was dealing with the fallout from corruption and bribery investigations, which had prompted leadership changes at the highest levels of the organisation.<ref name="aviationweek-leadership" /> Faury's technical background and reputation for competence made him a candidate seen as capable of providing stability and focus on operational execution during a turbulent period.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" />


On 8 October 2018, the Airbus Board of Directors announced the selection of Guillaume Faury as the future CEO of Airbus SE, succeeding [[Tom Enders]], who had announced his intention not to seek a renewal of his contract.<ref name="airbus-press">{{cite web |title=Airbus Board of Directors selects Guillaume Faury as future Chief Executive Officer |url=https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/10/airbus-board-of-directors-selects-guillaume-faury-future-chief-e.html |publisher=Airbus |date=2018-10-08 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Faury officially assumed the role of CEO on 10 April 2019. The leadership transition came at a sensitive time for Airbus. The company had been dealing with the fallout from corruption and bribery investigations by French, British, and American authorities related to the use of intermediaries in aircraft sales, a matter that would eventually be resolved in January 2020 with a record settlement of approximately €3.6 billion.<ref name="avweek-turmoil" />
=== CEO of Airbus SE ===


Upon taking office, Faury faced a range of strategic decisions. Aviation Week noted that the new CEO confronted questions about production rates for the A320neo family, the future of the A380 super-jumbo (which Airbus had already announced it would discontinue), the long-term strategy for widebody aircraft, and the company's growing role in defense and space.<ref name="avweek-strategy">{{cite news |title=New Airbus CEO Faury Faces Crucial Strategy Decisions |url=http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/new-airbus-ceo-faury-faces-crucial-strategy-decisions |work=Aviation Week |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
On 8 October 2018, the Airbus Board of Directors announced the selection of Guillaume Faury as the future CEO of Airbus SE, succeeding [[Tom Enders]], who had announced he would not seek a further term.<ref name="airbus-appointment">{{cite web |title=Airbus Board of Directors selects Guillaume Faury as future Chief Executive Officer |url=https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/10/airbus-board-of-directors-selects-guillaume-faury-future-chief-e.html |publisher=Airbus |date=2018-10-08 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Faury formally took the helm in April 2019, becoming only the second CEO of the reorganised Airbus SE (following the merger of the former Airbus Group's divisions under a single corporate identity).<ref name="aviationweek-strategy">{{cite news |title=New Airbus CEO Faury Faces Crucial Strategy Decisions |url=http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/new-airbus-ceo-faury-faces-crucial-strategy-decisions |work=Aviation Week |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic ===
Upon taking office, Faury faced a number of strategic decisions. Industry analysts noted that among the most consequential were choices about the future of the A320 programme — whether to develop a successor aircraft or continue incremental improvements — as well as the management of the company's defence and space businesses and navigating the resolution of the ongoing bribery and corruption settlement.<ref name="aviationweek-strategy" />


Shortly after settling into his role, Faury faced the unprecedented challenge of the [[COVID-19 pandemic]], which brought the global aviation industry to a near-standstill beginning in early 2020. Airlines around the world grounded fleets, deferred or cancelled orders, and faced existential financial pressures. As CEO, Faury led Airbus through a drastic reduction in production rates—cutting A320 family output by roughly one-third—while working to preserve the company's workforce and supply chain. He implemented cost-reduction measures across the group and managed a careful balance between short-term survival and preserving the industrial capability needed for an eventual recovery.<ref name="flightglobal-readying">{{cite news |title=How Guillaume Faury is readying Airbus for better times |url=https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/how-guillaume-faury-is-readying-airbus-for-better-times/146318.article |work=FlightGlobal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
==== COVID-19 Pandemic and Recovery ====


FlightGlobal reported that Faury's approach during the pandemic focused on protecting Airbus's long-term position, maintaining investment in new technologies and production capabilities even as the company absorbed significant revenue declines. He communicated a message of cautious optimism about the aviation industry's recovery, arguing that air travel demand would return and that Airbus needed to be prepared to ramp up production when it did.<ref name="flightglobal-readying" />
Shortly after Faury assumed the CEO role, the global [[COVID-19 pandemic]] struck the aviation industry with unprecedented force beginning in early 2020. Airlines worldwide grounded fleets, deferred deliveries, and cancelled orders as passenger traffic plummeted. Faury led Airbus through a period of dramatic production cuts, reducing output of the A320 family by roughly one-third and implementing cost-reduction measures across the company, including significant workforce reductions. Under his leadership, Airbus adapted its operations to pandemic conditions while seeking to preserve the company's long-term industrial capabilities and supplier base.<ref>{{cite news |title=How Guillaume Faury is readying Airbus for better times |url=https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/how-guillaume-faury-is-readying-airbus-for-better-times/146318.article |work=FlightGlobal |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Production Ramp-Up and Supply Chain Challenges ===
As the aviation industry began to recover from the pandemic, Faury pivoted to an aggressive production ramp-up strategy, setting ambitious targets to increase A320neo family output to meet surging demand from airlines seeking to renew their fleets with more fuel-efficient aircraft. This ramp-up, however, has been constrained by persistent supply chain challenges, particularly in the availability of engines and other key components from suppliers.


As the aviation industry recovered from the pandemic, Faury oversaw Airbus's efforts to increase production rates to meet a surge in demand for new, fuel-efficient aircraft, particularly the A320neo family. The ramp-up, however, proved to be constrained not by demand but by supply. Engine manufacturers, in particular, struggled to meet delivery schedules, creating bottlenecks that limited Airbus's ability to deliver finished aircraft on time.
==== Supply Chain Challenges and Production Targets ====


In February 2026, during Airbus's full-year earnings call, Faury publicly criticized engine supplier [[Pratt & Whitney]] (a division of [[RTX Corporation]]) over delivery shortfalls. He stated that Pratt & Whitney's engine delivery outlook for 2026 was "significantly behind their previous commitments," a situation that directly affected Airbus's ability to deliver A320neo family aircraft powered by the [[Pratt & Whitney PW1000G|PW1000G geared turbofan engine]].<ref name="bloomberg-pratt">{{cite news |title=Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury Says Pratt Whitney Engine Deliveries Are 'Significantly Behind' |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-02-19/airbus-pratt-engine-deliveries-significantly-behind-video |work=Bloomberg |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Aviation Week reported that Faury used the earnings presentation to sharply criticize Pratt & Whitney's performance, reflecting growing frustration within Airbus over the supply chain situation.<ref name="avweek-pratt">{{cite news |title=Daily Memo: Airbus Has Expectations For Pratt, But Reality Points To A Different Outcome |url=https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/aircraft-propulsion/daily-memo-airbus-has-expectations-pratt-reality-points-different |work=Aviation Week |date=2026-02-24 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
By 2025 and into 2026, supply chain bottlenecks remained a central challenge of Faury's tenure. In February 2026, Airbus announced its guidance for the year, targeting 870 aircraft deliveries — a figure that fell below analyst expectations and contributed to a decline in the company's share price.<ref name="cnbc-deliveries">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=2026-02-19 |title=Airbus falls 6% after targeting only 870 deliveries this year as Boeing competition tightens |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/19/airbus-earnings-fy-q4-boeing-deliveries-a320-airbus-2026-boeing-recovery.html |work=CNBC |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Airbus forecast 870 aircraft deliveries for 2026, a figure that fell below analyst expectations and contributed to a decline of approximately 6% in the company's share price following the announcement. Faury acknowledged the situation, stating, "We have an unsatisfactory situation with less engines than" needed, underscoring how engine supply constraints continued to limit the company's output despite strong order backlogs.<ref name="cnbc-deliveries">{{cite news |title=Airbus falls 6% after targeting only 870 deliveries this year as Boeing competition tightens |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/19/airbus-earnings-fy-q4-boeing-deliveries-a320-airbus-2026-boeing-recovery.html |work=CNBC |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Faury was outspoken in attributing a significant portion of the production constraints to engine supply issues. During the company's full-year 2025 earnings call in February 2026, Faury stated publicly that [[Pratt & Whitney]]'s engine delivery outlook for 2026 was "significantly behind their previous commitments," describing the situation as "unsatisfactory."<ref name="bloomberg-pratt">{{cite news |title=Watch Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury Says Pratt Whitney Engine Deliveries Are 'Significantly Behind' |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-02-19/airbus-pratt-engine-deliveries-significantly-behind-video |work=Bloomberg |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="cnbc-deliveries" /> Aviation Week reported that Faury used the earnings call to criticise Pratt & Whitney's performance, highlighting the gap between the engine manufacturer's commitments and actual delivery reality.<ref name="aviationweek-pratt">{{cite news |title=Daily Memo: Airbus Has Expectations For Pratt, But Reality Points To A Different Outcome |url=https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/aircraft-propulsion/daily-memo-airbus-has-expectations-pratt-reality-points-different |work=Aviation Week |date=2026-02-24 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Defense and the FCAS Program ===
The engine supply issue has had direct implications for Airbus's ability to meet its production ramp-up targets for the A320neo family, which is available with a choice of engines from Pratt & Whitney (the [[Pratt & Whitney PW1000G|PW1000G]] geared turbofan) or [[CFM International]] (the [[CFM International LEAP|LEAP]]). The situation has forced Airbus to adjust its delivery forecasts and has been a recurring theme in Faury's public communications with investors and media.


Under Faury's leadership, Airbus has been a central participant in the [[Future Combat Air System]] (FCAS), a multibillion-euro defense program involving France, Germany, and Spain to develop a next-generation fighter jet and associated unmanned systems to eventually replace the [[Dassault Rafale]] and the [[Eurofighter Typhoon]]. Airbus represents the German and Spanish industrial interests in the program, while [[Dassault Aviation]] leads the French pillar.
==== FCAS and Defence Strategy ====


The FCAS program has been marked by significant disagreements between Dassault and Airbus over workshare, intellectual property, and design leadership. By February 2026, these tensions had intensified. Faury indicated that Airbus was open to a "two-fighter option" for the FCAS program to keep the broader initiative alive, suggesting that Airbus could develop a separate fighter aircraft alongside Dassault rather than continuing with a deadlocked single-platform approach. "The deadlock of a single pillar should not jeopardize the entire future of this high-tech European capability," Airbus stated in connection with Faury's position.<ref name="defensenews-fcas">{{cite news |title=Airbus open to two-fighter option for FCAS to keep program alive |url=https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/02/19/airbus-open-to-two-fighter-option-for-fcas-to-keep-program-alive/ |work=Defense News |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
A significant aspect of Faury's leadership has involved Airbus's role in European defence programmes, most notably the [[Future Combat Air System]] (FCAS), a multibillion-euro programme to develop a next-generation fighter jet and associated unmanned systems for France, Germany, and Spain. Airbus represents the German and Spanish industrial interests in the programme, while [[Dassault Aviation]] leads on behalf of France.


In comments reported by Reuters on 20 February 2026, Faury went further, stating that Airbus was "capable of developing a fighter jet alone" if necessary, while expressing hope that the European partners could continue to work together. The statement signaled Airbus's growing confidence in its defense capabilities and willingness to pursue independent development if the trilateral framework continued to stall.<ref name="reuters-fcas">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=2026-02-20 |title=Airbus capable of developing a fighter jet alone, CEO says, as FCAS spat deepens |url=https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/airbus-capable-developing-fighter-alone-ceo-says-amid-fcas-row-2026-02-20/ |work=Reuters |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Reports indicated that Airbus would support a proposal to build two new European fighters if the participating countries agreed to such an approach.<ref name="mountaineer-fcas">{{cite news |title=Airbus ready to build two new European fighters if countries want |url=https://www.themountaineer.com/news/national/airbus-ready-to-build-two-new-european-fighters-if-countries-want/article_0522cf66-2ebb-568f-b344-e5e7e058f2ad.html |work=The Mountaineer |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
By early 2026, the FCAS programme had become mired in disagreements between the industrial partners over workshare, technology transfer, and programme leadership. In February 2026, Faury publicly signalled Airbus's openness to an alternative approach, suggesting that the programme could potentially proceed with two fighter jet variants rather than a single design, in order to keep the programme alive and prevent the deadlock from jeopardising what he described as a critical European capability.<ref name="defensenews-fcas">{{cite news |title=Airbus open to two-fighter option for FCAS to keep program alive |url=https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/02/19/airbus-open-to-two-fighter-option-for-fcas-to-keep-program-alive/ |work=Defense News |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Technology and Decarbonization Strategy ===
Faury went further on 20 February 2026, stating that Airbus was capable of developing a fighter jet independently if necessary. Speaking as tensions with Dassault deepened, Faury said he hoped Europe could continue to co-develop the new fighter but added that his company was "ready for any scenario."<ref name="reuters-fcas">{{cite news |title=Airbus capable of developing a fighter jet alone, CEO says, as FCAS spat deepens |url=https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/airbus-capable-developing-fighter-alone-ceo-says-amid-fcas-row-2026-02-20/ |work=Reuters |date=2026-02-20 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Airbus capable of developing a fighter alone, CEO says amid FCAS row |url=https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/airbus-capable-developing-fighter-alone-121158942.html |work=Yahoo Finance UK |date=2026-02-20 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Reports indicated that Airbus would support a proposal to build two new European fighters if the participating countries decided to pursue that path.<ref>{{cite news |title=Airbus ready to build two new European fighters if countries want |url=https://www.themountaineer.com/news/national/airbus-ready-to-build-two-new-european-fighters-if-countries-want/article_0522cf66-2ebb-568f-b344-e5e7e058f2ad.html |work=The Mountaineer |date=2026-02-19 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Faury has positioned Airbus as a leader in aviation decarbonization efforts. Under his leadership, the company has publicly committed to developing hydrogen-powered aircraft and other low-emission technologies. FlightGlobal noted that even during the pandemic, Faury maintained investment in future technologies, viewing the crisis as an opportunity to accelerate the transition toward more sustainable aviation.<ref name="flightglobal-readying" /> The company launched its ZEROe concept aircraft program, exploring hydrogen combustion and fuel cell propulsion for potential entry into service by the mid-2030s.
These statements marked a notable escalation in the public discourse surrounding FCAS and positioned Faury as an assertive advocate for Airbus's defence ambitions, while also reflecting the broader political dynamics of European defence industrial cooperation.
 
=== Leadership Style and Strategic Priorities ===
 
Analysts have characterised Faury as a leader with strong technical credentials who brought an engineering-focused approach to the CEO role. FlightGlobal noted upon his appointment to lead the commercial aircraft division that he was "strong on technology," reflecting his background in flight testing and helicopter development.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" /> His tenure as CEO has been defined by the dual challenge of managing the post-pandemic recovery of the commercial aviation market while simultaneously addressing long-term strategic questions about decarbonisation, digital transformation, and European defence sovereignty.
 
Under Faury's leadership, Airbus has pursued research into sustainable aviation technologies, including hydrogen-powered aircraft concepts, and has set targets for increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel across its operations. The company has also continued to invest in its space and defence businesses alongside the dominant commercial aircraft division.


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==


Guillaume Faury is married to Maria Faury, and the couple have three children.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> Faury maintains a relatively low public profile outside of his professional activities. In December 2022, Faury was among the guests invited to a [[state dinner]] hosted by U.S. President [[Joe Biden]] at the [[White House]] in honor of French President [[Emmanuel Macron]], reflecting his status as a prominent figure in Franco-American business relations and the transatlantic aerospace industry.<ref name="nyt-statedinner">{{cite news |title=State Dinner Guest List |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/us/politics/state-dinner-guest-list.html |work=The New York Times |date=2022-12-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Guillaume Faury is married to Maria Faury, and the couple have three children.<ref name="airbus-bio" /> Details of his private life are not widely documented in public sources, consistent with the relatively low personal profile maintained by many European industrial executives.


Faury is a member of the [[European Round Table for Industry]] (ERT), an organization comprising chief executives and chairs of major European multinational companies that engages with European Union institutions on competitiveness and industrial policy.<ref name="ert">{{cite web |title=Members |url=https://www.ert.eu/members |publisher=European Round Table for Industry |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In December 2022, Faury was included on the guest list for the [[state dinner]] hosted by U.S. President [[Joe Biden]] at the [[White House]] in honour of French President [[Emmanuel Macron]], reflecting his standing as one of France's most prominent business leaders and the importance of Airbus's transatlantic operations and relationships.<ref>{{cite news |title=State Dinner Guest List |url=https://archive.today/20221204002345/https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/us/politics/state-dinner-guest-list.html |work=The New York Times |date=2022-12-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
Faury is a member of the [[European Round Table for Industry]] (ERT), a forum of chief executives and chairs of major European multinational companies that engages with European policymakers on economic and industrial policy.<ref>{{cite web |title=Members |url=https://www.ert.eu/members |publisher=European Round Table for Industry |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


Faury's role as CEO of Airbus places him at the head of one of Europe's largest and most strategically important industrial companies. His invitation to the December 2022 White House state dinner for the French president highlighted his prominence in transatlantic business circles.<ref name="nyt-statedinner" />
Faury's role as CEO of Airbus, one of the world's two dominant commercial aircraft manufacturers and a major European defence contractor, places him among the most prominent figures in global aerospace. His invitation to the December 2022 White House state dinner for French President Macron underscored his prominence in Franco-American business relations.<ref>{{cite news |title=State Dinner Guest List |url=https://archive.today/20221204002345/https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/us/politics/state-dinner-guest-list.html |work=The New York Times |date=2022-12-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


''The Times'' of London conducted a profile interview with Faury, describing him as Airbus's leader navigating the company through challenging conditions in the aerospace industry.<ref name="times-interview">{{cite news |title=Interview: Guillaume Faury — Airbus's pilot amid the dark clouds |url=https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/interview-guillaume-faury-airbuss-pilot-amid-the-dark-clouds-0jbzmvmj9 |work=The Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Industry publications including Aviation Week, FlightGlobal, and CNBC have regularly covered his strategic decisions and public statements, reflecting his significance as a voice for the European aerospace sector.
He has been the subject of interviews and profiles in major international media outlets, including ''[[The Times]]'', which profiled him as "Airbus's pilot amid the dark clouds," reflecting the challenges he has navigated during his tenure.<ref>{{cite news |title=Interview: Guillaume Faury — Airbus's pilot amid the dark clouds |url=https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/interview-guillaume-faury-airbuss-pilot-amid-the-dark-clouds-0jbzmvmj9 |work=The Times |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


His combination of technical engineering background with business leadership experience has been cited by FlightGlobal as a defining characteristic of his approach to managing Airbus, distinguishing him as a CEO who is conversant in both the engineering detail and the commercial strategy of the aviation business.<ref name="flightglobal-analysis" />
His membership in the European Round Table for Industry further reflects his position within the upper echelons of European business leadership, alongside the CEOs and chairs of other major multinational corporations.<ref>{{cite web |title=Members |url=https://www.ert.eu/members |publisher=European Round Table for Industry |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


As of 2026, Guillaume Faury remains in his position as CEO of Airbus SE, and an assessment of his full legacy is ongoing. However, several defining themes of his tenure have emerged. He took charge of Airbus at a moment when the company needed to move beyond the reputational damage of the corruption settlement and establish a new era of governance and strategic direction.<ref name="avweek-turmoil" /> The COVID-19 pandemic presented the most severe crisis in the history of commercial aviation, and Faury's management of Airbus through that period—preserving the company's industrial base while preparing for recovery—has been viewed as a significant test of his leadership.<ref name="flightglobal-readying" />
As of early 2026, Faury's legacy remains in formation, as he continues to serve as CEO of Airbus. His tenure has been defined by a series of extraordinary challenges — the COVID-19 pandemic, persistent supply chain disruptions, and complex European defence politics — as well as by the company's continued commercial dominance in the single-aisle aircraft market.


The post-pandemic period has brought its own set of challenges, particularly the difficulty of ramping up production amid persistent supply chain constraints. Faury's public confrontation with engine suppliers over delivery shortfalls in 2026 illustrated the complexities of managing a global aerospace supply chain and the limits of any single manufacturer's ability to control its output.<ref name="cnbc-deliveries" /><ref name="bloomberg-pratt" />
Faury's willingness to publicly confront suppliers, as demonstrated by his February 2026 criticism of Pratt & Whitney's engine delivery performance, has signalled a more assertive public posture for Airbus in managing its industrial partnerships.<ref name="bloomberg-pratt" /><ref name="aviationweek-pratt" /> Similarly, his statements regarding Airbus's readiness to develop a fighter jet independently if the FCAS programme cannot be resolved through cooperation have positioned the company as a more autonomous actor in European defence policy.<ref name="reuters-fcas" /><ref name="defensenews-fcas" />


On the defense side, Faury's willingness to consider alternative architectures for the FCAS program, including a potential two-fighter approach, reflects a pragmatic stance on European defense industrial cooperation. His assertion that Airbus could develop a fighter jet independently, if necessary, marked a notable moment in European defense politics and industrial strategy.<ref name="reuters-fcas" /><ref name="defensenews-fcas" />
The decisions made during Faury's tenure regarding production rates, new aircraft programmes, and defence strategy are expected to shape Airbus's trajectory for decades. Whether Airbus succeeds in ramping up A320neo production to rates of 75 or more aircraft per month, whether a next-generation single-aisle aircraft is launched, and whether FCAS produces a viable European fighter system are questions that will ultimately define the long-term assessment of his leadership.
 
Faury's emphasis on decarbonization and hydrogen technology has positioned Airbus at the forefront of the aviation industry's response to climate change, though the commercial viability and timeline of these technologies remain subjects of ongoing industry debate.<ref name="flightglobal-readying" />


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Guillaume Faury
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Guillaume Faury
Born22 2, 1968
BirthplaceCherbourg-Octeville, France
NationalityFrench
OccupationAerospace executive, engineer
TitleCEO of Airbus SE (2019–present)
Known forCEO of Airbus SE
EducationÉcole polytechnique
Supaéro
IAE Aix-en-Provence, Aix-Marseille University
Spouse(s)Maria Faury
Children3
Website[Airbus Corporate Governance Official site]

Guillaume Faury (Template:IPA-fr; born 22 February 1968) is a French engineer and business executive who has served as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Airbus SE and chairman of its civil aircraft division, Airbus SAS, since April 2019. Born in Cherbourg-Octeville, France, Faury rose through the ranks of the European aerospace industry over a career spanning more than two decades, holding leadership positions at Eurocopter (later Airbus Helicopters) and within the broader Airbus group before being appointed to lead one of the world's largest aerospace and defence companies. A graduate of two of France's most prestigious engineering institutions — École polytechnique and Supaéro — Faury brought deep technical expertise to the executive suite, having begun his career as a flight test engineer and later serving in France's defence procurement agency. His tenure as Airbus CEO has been marked by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing supply chain disruptions, ambitious production ramp-up targets for the company's best-selling A320neo family, and strategic decisions regarding European defence programmes including the Future Combat Air System (FCAS).[1][2] He is also a member of the European Round Table for Industry.[3]

Early Life

Guillaume Faury was born on 22 February 1968 in Cherbourg-Octeville, a port city in the Normandy region of northwestern France.[4] Details of his family background and upbringing have not been extensively documented in public sources. His subsequent educational path, however, reflected an early aptitude for science and engineering, leading him to pursue studies at some of France's most competitive academic institutions.

Education

Faury attended the École polytechnique, one of France's Grandes écoles and among the country's most selective engineering schools, known for producing leaders in science, industry, and government.[4] He subsequently studied at Supaéro (now part of the Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace, or ISAE-SUPAERO) in Toulouse, France's leading graduate school of aerospace engineering.[4] These two institutions provided Faury with a rigorous foundation in both general engineering and specialised aeronautical science. Later in his career, Faury also completed a programme at IAE Aix-en-Provence, the graduate school of management at Aix-Marseille University, adding a business and management dimension to his technical education.[4][5]

Career

Early Career and Eurocopter

After completing his engineering education, Faury began his professional career in the French defence sector. He worked as a flight test engineer, gaining hands-on technical experience with rotary-wing aircraft. He also served within France's Direction générale de l'Armement (DGA), the country's defence procurement and technology agency, where he was involved in the development and testing of military helicopter programmes.[6]

Faury joined Eurocopter (which later became Airbus Helicopters), the helicopter manufacturing division of the Airbus group, where he held progressively senior roles. His experience in flight testing and programme management positioned him as a strong technical leader within the organisation. He eventually rose to become CEO of Eurocopter/Airbus Helicopters, leading the company through a period of rebranding and integration into the wider Airbus corporate structure.[6][7]

As head of Airbus Helicopters, Faury oversaw one of the world's largest helicopter manufacturers, responsible for both civil and military rotorcraft programmes. His leadership at the helicopter division gave him broad experience across the aerospace value chain, from research and development to manufacturing, sales, and customer support.[7]

President of Airbus Commercial Aircraft

Faury's track record at Airbus Helicopters led to his appointment as president of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, the group's largest division by revenue, responsible for the design, manufacture, and sale of the company's range of commercial jetliners including the A220, A320, A330, and A350 families. In this role, Faury was responsible for the operational performance of the commercial aircraft business, including managing the industrial ramp-up of the A320neo family, which had become the best-selling single-aisle aircraft programme in aviation history.[7][8]

His appointment to lead the commercial aircraft division came during a period of significant challenge and change at Airbus. The company was dealing with the fallout from corruption and bribery investigations, which had prompted leadership changes at the highest levels of the organisation.[8] Faury's technical background and reputation for competence made him a candidate seen as capable of providing stability and focus on operational execution during a turbulent period.[7]

CEO of Airbus SE

On 8 October 2018, the Airbus Board of Directors announced the selection of Guillaume Faury as the future CEO of Airbus SE, succeeding Tom Enders, who had announced he would not seek a further term.[9] Faury formally took the helm in April 2019, becoming only the second CEO of the reorganised Airbus SE (following the merger of the former Airbus Group's divisions under a single corporate identity).[10]

Upon taking office, Faury faced a number of strategic decisions. Industry analysts noted that among the most consequential were choices about the future of the A320 programme — whether to develop a successor aircraft or continue incremental improvements — as well as the management of the company's defence and space businesses and navigating the resolution of the ongoing bribery and corruption settlement.[10]

COVID-19 Pandemic and Recovery

Shortly after Faury assumed the CEO role, the global COVID-19 pandemic struck the aviation industry with unprecedented force beginning in early 2020. Airlines worldwide grounded fleets, deferred deliveries, and cancelled orders as passenger traffic plummeted. Faury led Airbus through a period of dramatic production cuts, reducing output of the A320 family by roughly one-third and implementing cost-reduction measures across the company, including significant workforce reductions. Under his leadership, Airbus adapted its operations to pandemic conditions while seeking to preserve the company's long-term industrial capabilities and supplier base.[11]

As the aviation industry began to recover from the pandemic, Faury pivoted to an aggressive production ramp-up strategy, setting ambitious targets to increase A320neo family output to meet surging demand from airlines seeking to renew their fleets with more fuel-efficient aircraft. This ramp-up, however, has been constrained by persistent supply chain challenges, particularly in the availability of engines and other key components from suppliers.

Supply Chain Challenges and Production Targets

By 2025 and into 2026, supply chain bottlenecks remained a central challenge of Faury's tenure. In February 2026, Airbus announced its guidance for the year, targeting 870 aircraft deliveries — a figure that fell below analyst expectations and contributed to a decline in the company's share price.[12]

Faury was outspoken in attributing a significant portion of the production constraints to engine supply issues. During the company's full-year 2025 earnings call in February 2026, Faury stated publicly that Pratt & Whitney's engine delivery outlook for 2026 was "significantly behind their previous commitments," describing the situation as "unsatisfactory."[13][12] Aviation Week reported that Faury used the earnings call to criticise Pratt & Whitney's performance, highlighting the gap between the engine manufacturer's commitments and actual delivery reality.[14]

The engine supply issue has had direct implications for Airbus's ability to meet its production ramp-up targets for the A320neo family, which is available with a choice of engines from Pratt & Whitney (the PW1000G geared turbofan) or CFM International (the LEAP). The situation has forced Airbus to adjust its delivery forecasts and has been a recurring theme in Faury's public communications with investors and media.

FCAS and Defence Strategy

A significant aspect of Faury's leadership has involved Airbus's role in European defence programmes, most notably the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a multibillion-euro programme to develop a next-generation fighter jet and associated unmanned systems for France, Germany, and Spain. Airbus represents the German and Spanish industrial interests in the programme, while Dassault Aviation leads on behalf of France.

By early 2026, the FCAS programme had become mired in disagreements between the industrial partners over workshare, technology transfer, and programme leadership. In February 2026, Faury publicly signalled Airbus's openness to an alternative approach, suggesting that the programme could potentially proceed with two fighter jet variants rather than a single design, in order to keep the programme alive and prevent the deadlock from jeopardising what he described as a critical European capability.[15]

Faury went further on 20 February 2026, stating that Airbus was capable of developing a fighter jet independently if necessary. Speaking as tensions with Dassault deepened, Faury said he hoped Europe could continue to co-develop the new fighter but added that his company was "ready for any scenario."[16][17] Reports indicated that Airbus would support a proposal to build two new European fighters if the participating countries decided to pursue that path.[18]

These statements marked a notable escalation in the public discourse surrounding FCAS and positioned Faury as an assertive advocate for Airbus's defence ambitions, while also reflecting the broader political dynamics of European defence industrial cooperation.

Leadership Style and Strategic Priorities

Analysts have characterised Faury as a leader with strong technical credentials who brought an engineering-focused approach to the CEO role. FlightGlobal noted upon his appointment to lead the commercial aircraft division that he was "strong on technology," reflecting his background in flight testing and helicopter development.[7] His tenure as CEO has been defined by the dual challenge of managing the post-pandemic recovery of the commercial aviation market while simultaneously addressing long-term strategic questions about decarbonisation, digital transformation, and European defence sovereignty.

Under Faury's leadership, Airbus has pursued research into sustainable aviation technologies, including hydrogen-powered aircraft concepts, and has set targets for increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel across its operations. The company has also continued to invest in its space and defence businesses alongside the dominant commercial aircraft division.

Personal Life

Guillaume Faury is married to Maria Faury, and the couple have three children.[4] Details of his private life are not widely documented in public sources, consistent with the relatively low personal profile maintained by many European industrial executives.

In December 2022, Faury was included on the guest list for the state dinner hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden at the White House in honour of French President Emmanuel Macron, reflecting his standing as one of France's most prominent business leaders and the importance of Airbus's transatlantic operations and relationships.[19]

Faury is a member of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT), a forum of chief executives and chairs of major European multinational companies that engages with European policymakers on economic and industrial policy.[20]

Recognition

Faury's role as CEO of Airbus, one of the world's two dominant commercial aircraft manufacturers and a major European defence contractor, places him among the most prominent figures in global aerospace. His invitation to the December 2022 White House state dinner for French President Macron underscored his prominence in Franco-American business relations.[21]

He has been the subject of interviews and profiles in major international media outlets, including The Times, which profiled him as "Airbus's pilot amid the dark clouds," reflecting the challenges he has navigated during his tenure.[22]

His membership in the European Round Table for Industry further reflects his position within the upper echelons of European business leadership, alongside the CEOs and chairs of other major multinational corporations.[23]

Legacy

As of early 2026, Faury's legacy remains in formation, as he continues to serve as CEO of Airbus. His tenure has been defined by a series of extraordinary challenges — the COVID-19 pandemic, persistent supply chain disruptions, and complex European defence politics — as well as by the company's continued commercial dominance in the single-aisle aircraft market.

Faury's willingness to publicly confront suppliers, as demonstrated by his February 2026 criticism of Pratt & Whitney's engine delivery performance, has signalled a more assertive public posture for Airbus in managing its industrial partnerships.[13][14] Similarly, his statements regarding Airbus's readiness to develop a fighter jet independently if the FCAS programme cannot be resolved through cooperation have positioned the company as a more autonomous actor in European defence policy.[16][15]

The decisions made during Faury's tenure regarding production rates, new aircraft programmes, and defence strategy are expected to shape Airbus's trajectory for decades. Whether Airbus succeeds in ramping up A320neo production to rates of 75 or more aircraft per month, whether a next-generation single-aisle aircraft is launched, and whether FCAS produces a viable European fighter system are questions that will ultimately define the long-term assessment of his leadership.

References

  1. ↑ "Guillaume Faury Biography".Airbus.2023.https://web.archive.org/web/20240112115320/https://www.airbus.com/sites/g/files/jlcbta136/files/2023-06/Guillaume-Faury-Biography.pdf.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ "Who is Guillaume Faury, the Executive Chairman of Airbus Group?".Aerocontact.https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-news/91285-who-is-guillaume-faury-the-executive-chairman-of-airbus-group.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ "Members".European Round Table for Industry.https://www.ert.eu/members.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 "Guillaume Faury Biography".Airbus.2023.https://web.archive.org/web/20240112115320/https://www.airbus.com/sites/g/files/jlcbta136/files/2023-06/Guillaume-Faury-Biography.pdf.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ "Who is Guillaume Faury, the Executive Chairman of Airbus Group?".Aerocontact.https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-news/91285-who-is-guillaume-faury-the-executive-chairman-of-airbus-group.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Guillaume Faury — Eurocopter".Eurocopter.https://web.archive.org/web/20130618111706/http://www.eurocopter.com/site/en/ref/Guillaume-Faury_1257.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 "Analysis: New Airbus commercial boss Faury is strong on technology".FlightGlobal.https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-new-airbus-commercial-boss-faury-is-strong-444229/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Airbus Facing Leadership Changes Amid Turmoil, Corruption Probes".Aviation Week.http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/airbus-facing-leadership-changes-amid-turmoil-corruption-probes.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ "Airbus Board of Directors selects Guillaume Faury as future Chief Executive Officer".Airbus.2018-10-08.https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/10/airbus-board-of-directors-selects-guillaume-faury-future-chief-e.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "New Airbus CEO Faury Faces Crucial Strategy Decisions".Aviation Week.http://aviationweek.com/commercial-aviation/new-airbus-ceo-faury-faces-crucial-strategy-decisions.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "How Guillaume Faury is readying Airbus for better times".FlightGlobal.https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/how-guillaume-faury-is-readying-airbus-for-better-times/146318.article.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 "Airbus falls 6% after targeting only 870 deliveries this year as Boeing competition tightens".CNBC.2026-02-19.https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/19/airbus-earnings-fy-q4-boeing-deliveries-a320-airbus-2026-boeing-recovery.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Watch Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury Says Pratt Whitney Engine Deliveries Are 'Significantly Behind'".Bloomberg.2026-02-19.https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-02-19/airbus-pratt-engine-deliveries-significantly-behind-video.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "Daily Memo: Airbus Has Expectations For Pratt, But Reality Points To A Different Outcome".Aviation Week.2026-02-24.https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/aircraft-propulsion/daily-memo-airbus-has-expectations-pratt-reality-points-different.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 "Airbus open to two-fighter option for FCAS to keep program alive".Defense News.2026-02-19.https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/02/19/airbus-open-to-two-fighter-option-for-fcas-to-keep-program-alive/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 "Airbus capable of developing a fighter jet alone, CEO says, as FCAS spat deepens".Reuters.2026-02-20.https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/airbus-capable-developing-fighter-alone-ceo-says-amid-fcas-row-2026-02-20/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Airbus capable of developing a fighter alone, CEO says amid FCAS row".Yahoo Finance UK.2026-02-20.https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/airbus-capable-developing-fighter-alone-121158942.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Airbus ready to build two new European fighters if countries want".The Mountaineer.2026-02-19.https://www.themountaineer.com/news/national/airbus-ready-to-build-two-new-european-fighters-if-countries-want/article_0522cf66-2ebb-568f-b344-e5e7e058f2ad.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  19. ↑ "State Dinner Guest List".The New York Times.2022-12-01.https://archive.today/20221204002345/https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/us/politics/state-dinner-guest-list.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  20. ↑ "Members".European Round Table for Industry.https://www.ert.eu/members.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  21. ↑ "State Dinner Guest List".The New York Times.2022-12-01.https://archive.today/20221204002345/https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/us/politics/state-dinner-guest-list.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  22. ↑ "Interview: Guillaume Faury — Airbus's pilot amid the dark clouds".The Times.https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/interview-guillaume-faury-airbuss-pilot-amid-the-dark-clouds-0jbzmvmj9.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  23. ↑ "Members".European Round Table for Industry.https://www.ert.eu/members.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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