Paris, Nov. 6 – Airbus SE delivered about 74 planes in October, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The European planemaker held its target of around 870 aircraft for 2026 during the third-quarter update, aiming for a record annual total. Official figures are due Friday, as the company does not comment beforehand. This result highlights demand in the aerospace industry.
After 547 deliveries in the first nine months, Airbus needs a record fourth quarter to meet its goal. CEO Guillaume Faury pointed to high inventory levels and expressed confidence in the target. The manufacturer leads US rival Boeing, which handed over 475 aircraft in the period. Production plans remain unchanged.
The October total demands an unprecedented pace of more than six planes per business day in the final two months to reach about 870. Airbus typically boosts year-end handovers but has cut forecasts before due to engine shortages and supply chain disruptions. Backlog conversion stays critical.
As the world’s largest aircraft manufacturer, Airbus seeks to maintain momentum through 2026. The reported figure of about 74 planes in October provides a key indicator of progress toward the ambitious annual delivery target. Official data will show if a historic tally is achievable amid supply chain factors.