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Airbus delivers 81 jets in May, up 59% year on year

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Posted on June 5, 2026

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· Last updated: June 5, 2026

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Airbus Achieves 59% Year-on-Year Increase with 81 Jet Deliveries in May

Airbus Reports Strong Aircraft Delivery Growth in May

Monthly Delivery Performance

June 5 (Reuters) - Airbus delivered 81 aircraft in May, up 59% from the same month last year and bringing its total deliveries to 262 so far this year, the planemaker said on Friday in its monthly report.

Comparison with Previous Months

May's tally rose sharply from 67 in April and 51 in May 2025, confirming a Reuters report from Thursday, as deliveries to China resumed after what the company described as an administrative delay that has since been resolved.

Order Book and Future Targets

Airbus, which has booked 815 gross orders since January or a net total of 762 after cancellations, aims to deliver 870 jets in 2026.

(Reporting by Gianluca Lo Nostro and Clement Martinot; Editing by Susan Fenton)

Key Takeaways

  • May deliveries surged to 81 vs 51 in May 2025 following a resolved administrative delay affecting Chinese deliveries (investing.com)
  • Total deliveries year‑to‑date now at 262, with Airbus aiming for around 870 jets in 2026 (investing.com)
  • The China delivery logjam—impacting about 20 aircraft—was tied to geopolitical pressure related to COMAC C919 certification, now resolved (investing.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many jets did Airbus deliver in May?
Airbus delivered 81 jets in May, representing a 59% increase compared to last year.
Why did Airbus see a sharp rise in May deliveries?
Deliveries to China resumed after an administrative delay was resolved, contributing to the sharp rise.
How many aircraft has Airbus delivered so far this year?
Airbus has delivered a total of 262 jets so far this year.
How many gross orders has Airbus received since January?
Airbus has booked 815 gross orders, with a net total of 762 after cancellations.
What is Airbus's delivery target for 2026?
Airbus aims to deliver 870 jets in 2026.

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