May 6, 2026
150 A220s sold to AirAsia: This is good news amid this period of economic uncertainty
Mirabel, Wednesday May 6th, 2026 – AirAsia’s order for 150 A220 aircraft, the largest order in the history of the program, is welcomed by the IAM Union Local 712, which represents nearly 1,500 workers at Airbus Canada in Mirabel. At a time when many sectors of our economy are currently experiencing significant turbulence, the aerospace industry is faring particularly well. “Amid global economic uncertainty, this announcement is excellent news. It


