The aeronautics giant Airbus has announced the delivery of 766 commercial aircraft in 2024, close to its target of 770 aircraft. This performance, albeit slightly below expectations, is significant in an environment where complex environmentThese deliveries illustrate the company's leading position among aircraft manufacturers. Of these deliveries, the majority are single-aisle models, such as the A320neo and A321neo. Compared to 2023, when 735 aircraft were delivered, this increase testifies to the continuing rise in deliveries and Airbus's growing order book.
The European aeronautics giant, Airbushas announced a remarkable performance for 2024 with the delivery of 766 commercial aircraft. Despite this feat, the manufacturer just missed its target of 770 aircraft. This in no way diminishes Airbus's achievement in navigating through a complex industrial and economic environment.
Figures up despite the challenges
A glance at the figures shows unchallenged progress on the part of Airbus. By 2023, the Group had delivered 735 aircraft. The rise to 766 in 2024 represents positive momentum despite a tense market context. Airbus registers an increase in deliveries with 50 aircraft delivered in September. This performance has helped to consolidate the company's position as a major player in the aeronautics industry.
Leading models and unexpected challenges
Of the 766 aircraft delivered, 677 were single-aisle, including the famous A320neo and A321neo. These models continue to drive the manufacturer's success on the world market. However, not everything has been smooth sailing. Competitors' delays, notably the late delivery of Boeing 787s to Lufthansa due to Allegris seats awaiting certification, have added a different dynamic to the market. Lufthansa: Boeing 787 delivery delayed by Allegris seats awaiting certification.
First place among manufacturers
With increased deliveries, Airbus has secured its position as the world's leading aircraft manufacturer. This performance is accentuated by an ever-increasing order backlog. In fact, Airbus has more than 8,600 aircraft in its forecast for the coming years, a position that guarantees a degree of financial stability.
Safran and its LEAP engines at the heart of Airbus strategy
Airbus' strategic partner, Safran, has also adopted singular measures to support the increase in deliveries. Safran has prioritized the delivery of its LEAP engines to Airbus, to the detriment of the airlines, thus ensuring that the manufacturer has the necessary resources to maintain its production rate. Safran favors delivering its LEAP engines to Airbus at the expense of airlines.
The impact of delays on the industry
However, the global aviation industry faces a number of obstacles that will influence the pace of deliveries until 2025. The IATA report points out that aircraft delivery delays will continue to influence airlines, and this could reshape certain aspects of competition. IATA: Aircraft delivery delays will continue to affect airlines until 2025.
Slight revision of forecasts
Faced with these challenges, Airbus has taken the decision to revise downwards its commercial aircraft delivery forecasts for the coming years. This reflects a realistic approach to adjusting expectations in line with the complexity of today's global market. Airbus revises its commercial aircraft delivery forecasts downwards.
Airbus delivery comparison
| Year | Number of aircraft delivered |
| 2023 | 735 |
| 2024 | 766 |
| Objective 2024 | 770 |
| Single-aisle | 677 delivered |
| Customers served | 86 in the world |
| September 2024 | 50 aircraft delivered |
| Order book | More than 8,600 aircraft |
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