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Airbus Delivers 81 Jets in May, Up 59% Year on Year

June 5, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Airbus delivered 81 jets in May, up 59% year on year.
Total deliveries for the year so far are 262.
The company aims to deliver 870 jets in 2026.
Gross orders since January total 815.

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Strategic Implications

This increase in deliveries may indicate a strong recovery for Airbus, suggesting a positive outlook for the commercial aviation sector. The resumption of deliveries to China could further boost the company's performance, which may have a ripple effect on the global aircraft market.

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What Happened

European Planemaker Sees Sharp Increase in Monthly Deliveries

Airbus has reported a significant increase in aircraft deliveries for May, with 81 jets delivered, representing a 59% rise from the same period last year. This brings the total deliveries for the year to 262. The company’s monthly report also confirmed the resumption of deliveries to China after an administrative delay. Airbus has booked 815 gross orders since January and aims to deliver 870 jets in 2026. The news was first reported by Reuters.

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