Airbus has a significant industrial presence in China with the A320 Final Assembly Line and A330 Completion and Delivery Completion in Tianjin, the Airbus (Beijing) Engineering Centre and the Composite Manufacturing Centre in Harbin.

With the expansion of the industrial presence, the in-service fleet of Airbus aircraft in China has been continuously growing. As of September 30, 2016, there were around 1,343 Airbus aircraft in operation in mainland China, accounting for half of the nation's 100 plus seater aircraft, the European manufacturer said at the 11th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Zhuhai Airshow).

So far, the A330 Family aircraft operated by Chinese airlines have exceeded 170, making the A330 the most popular twin-aisle aircraft fleet in China. The A330 airliners are popular among airlines and passengers for their flexibility, reliability, economics and comfort in cabin.

Today, over 1,160 A320 Family aircraft are operated by Chinese airlines, Airbus added.

Meanwhile, the European aircraft manufacturer said its new completion and delivery center in Tianjin will deliver its first A330 to its customer in September 2018.

The center, inaugurated in March, is the company's first overseas completion and delivery site for the A330. The center has so far recruited more than 110 employees, or nearly 40 percent of the total planned recruitment.

Airbus aircraft enjoy great popularity among airlines and individual customers in China, such as major state-owned airlines, regional airlines, private airlines, low-cost airlines, VIP charter operators and individuals, as well as leasing companies.