Airbus-Mobile officially opens

MOBILE, Ala. - Scores of dignitaries, including corporate officials, politicians and three ambassadors, were on hand Sept. 14 for the formal opening of the $600 million Airbus A320 assembly plant at the Mobile Aeroplex, the aircraft maker's fourth A320 assembly plant and its first in the United States. (Source: GCAC 09/14/15) Central Mississippi Note: The Mobile assembly is a key part of the company’s American and global growth strategy that includes Airbus Helicopters Inc. of Columbus, Miss. The Mississippi plant assembles commercial and military helicopters, including the UH-72A 'Lakota' for the U.S. Army.