Paris, January 14 - In 2025, Airbus delivered 793 commercial aircraft to 91 customers worldwide, marking a solid 4% increase from the 766 units handed over in 2024. The European manufacturer began the year with an ambitious goal of approximately 820 deliveries, reflecting confidence in ramping up production amid strong demand for its fuel-efficient fleet. However, challenges, including a supplier quality issue involving fuselage panels on the A320 family, prompted a downward revision to around 790 aircraft late in the year. Despite these hurdles, Airbus achieved a strong finish, particularly in December, enabling it to surpass the adjusted target and demonstrate resilience in a complex industrial environment.
The delivery breakdown highlights the continued dominance of single-aisle models, with 700 units comprising 607 A320neo-family jets and 93 A220s. Widebody contributions included 57 A350s and 36 A330s, underscoring the broad appeal of Airbus' product portfolio across market segments. These figures position 2025 as the company's third-highest annual output in recent history, trailing only the pre-pandemic peaks of 831 in 2018 and the record 863 in 2019. The performance reinforces Airbus' leadership in commercial aircraft manufacturing, especially as competitors face their own production constraints.
Although the final total of 793 remains below the symbolic 800 mark and short of original expectations, it reflects Airbus' commitment to quality and safety over aggressive volume targets. The late-year adjustment allowed the company to prioritize thorough inspections and modifications without compromising standards, a decision that preserved long-term customer confidence. This approach has supported sustained momentum in the order book, which reached a record level by year-end.
Looking ahead, Airbus's ability to exceed the revised delivery target amid supply chain pressures highlights the effectiveness of its industrial strategy and adaptability. With robust demand for modern, efficient aircraft driving backlog growth, the manufacturer remains well-positioned to build on this achievement in the coming years, contributing to the global aviation recovery and fleet modernization efforts.