Key Takeaways
- Airbus delivered 54 aircraft this year.
- February delivery total was 35 to 21 customers.
- January deliveries brought the total to 54.
- 2025 annual target was around 820, but ended with 793 deliveries.
Airbus Delivers Record Pace of Commercial Aircraft
European Aerospace Giant Exceeds Annual Target with Engine Shortages Impeding Growth
Airbus has delivered its 54th commercial aircraft this year, exceeding its annual target of around 870 jets. According to AeroTime, the company confirmed that it delivered 35 aircraft to 21 customers in February 2026, bringing the total for the year so far to 54. In January, Airbus delivered 19 aircraft, further boosting production. Despite initial forecasts of 820 deliveries in 2025, the company ended the year with 793 commercial aircraft. CEO Guillaume Faury noted that engine shortages from Pratt & Whitney have impacted delivery numbers. The airline received orders for 28 aircraft in February 2025, mainly thanks to Air Astana’s purchases. Airbus is continuing its production ramp-up while facing significant challenges.
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