Mitsubishi Aircraft went around the world in 2019. From Nagoya to Nashville and Paris to Montreal and Moses Lake, the SpaceJet program set the tone for the new era in regional travel. The global team achieved major milestones and the industry has taken notice of our success. We secured a new MOU for 100 aircraft with Mesa Airlines at RAA, reached 3,000+ flight-test hours and introduced the aviation industry to the new standard in regional aviation: the Mitsubishi SpaceJet family of aircraft.  

We highlight Hiroyuki Tatsuoka, a leader within our company who has been instrumental in developing the M90 program, implementing the Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure, and transforming the company into a world-class organization. Tatsuoka has more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing, most of which is in aerospace, including both military and commercial programs. Tatsuoka is passionate about the SpaceJet program and its foundational role in building the aerospace industry for Japan.

In an industry defined by tight turnarounds, high volume and slim margins, strong customer support is just as important to operators as the aircraft itself. Unplanned downtime or maintenance can damage their reputation, hurt dispatch reliability and affect their bottom line. After all, buying a new aircraft is a one-time event—it’s the ongoing support that ensures the aircraft is operating at its full potential.

From the introduction of the Mitsubishi SpaceJet family of aircraft, including the M100 product, to the announcement of several industry partnerships and an MOU for 15 Mitsubishi SpaceJet M100 aircraft, the 2019 Paris Air Show was a resounding success for Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation. Hear more from some of our executives about the importance of this year’s show and its impact on the organization’s future path.

See highlights from Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation team at Paris Air Show 2019, including the Mitsubishi SpaceJet M100 cabin mock-up, the Mitsubishi SpaceJet M90 on static display, and all the visitors we welcomed to our Pavilion and Chalet.

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During Paris Air Show, Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation announced several agreements with experienced global partners including Triumph Group, Inc., Safran Cabin, Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. to help accelerate the program toward commercial operation. David Barrow, Head of Global Strategy and Business Development, share more about the important role that these partners play in the development of the SpaceJet M100 program.