JavaScript Required

Jumpseat Aerospace News requires JavaScript to function. Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue.

Airbus Boosts Aircraft Delivery Pace

June 5, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Airbus delivered 81 commercial aircraft in May 2025.
The company aims to deliver around 870 aircraft annually.
Airbus has delivered 262 aircraft this year.
The planemaker added 379 gross aircraft orders in May.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Key Takeaways.

Upgrade

Strategic Implications

This increase in delivery pace may signal Airbus' ability to meet its annual targets, which could strengthen its competitive position in the commercial aviation market. The significant orders from AirAsia and China Eastern Airways suggests a strong demand for Airbus' aircraft, which could indicate a positive outlook for the company's future sales.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

Upgrade

What Happened

Planemaker On Track To Meet Annual Target After Strong May

Airbus has announced a significant increase in its aircraft delivery pace, with 81 commercial aircraft delivered in May 2025. This brings the company closer to its annual target of around 870 deliveries. Despite a slow start to the year, Airbus has delivered a total of 262 aircraft so far, with major orders from AirAsia and China Eastern Airways contributing to its growth. The company also logged an order for 20 A320neos and 50 A321neos from an undisclosed customer. This news was first reported by AeroTime.

Source

Companies Mentioned