Airbus delivered 69 commercial aircraft in March 2025, bringing its total deliveries for the first quarter to 132. While this figure reflects steady production, it also represents a slight decline compared to the same period in 2024, highlighting a slower start to the year for the European aerospace giant. Meanwhile, Boeing delivered 41 aircraft in March, bringing its total deliveries for Q1 to 130, positioning it just behind Airbus in the global aviation market.
According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, Airbus’ March deliveries included 33 A321s, 18 A320s, 10 A220s, six A350-900s, and two A330-900s. This marks a 9.5% increase from March 2024, when the company delivered 63 aircraft to 32 customers. The strong performance of the A321 and A320 models reflects continued demand for fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft, which remain the backbone of many airline fleets worldwide. The A350-900, Airbus’ flagship widebody offering, also saw steady deliveries, catering to long-haul airlines looking for advanced efficiency and range capabilities.
Despite these numbers, Airbus’ quarterly performance shows a year-over-year decline, suggesting that supply chain constraints and production challenges are still affecting aircraft manufacturing. The company has been facing ongoing delays due to shortages in critical components, including engines and avionics, as suppliers struggle to keep up with post-pandemic recovery demands. Similar challenges have also impacted Boeing, which continues to face regulatory scrutiny and quality control issues, particularly with its 737 Max program.
As airlines worldwide seek to expand their fleets to meet growing passenger demand, both Airbus and Boeing are under pressure to ramp up production. The aviation industry is seeing a strong rebound in travel, with airlines placing significant orders for new aircraft to replace aging fleets and improve fuel efficiency. However, the ability of manufacturers to meet these orders on time remains uncertain, given the persistent supply chain disruptions.
Looking ahead, Airbus will need to accelerate production in the coming months to maintain its lead over Boeing. While the European manufacturer has a robust order book and strong demand for its aircraft, the key challenge lies in ensuring smooth production and timely deliveries. As Q2 unfolds, all eyes will be on how Airbus and Boeing navigate these challenges and whether they can scale up operations to meet airline expectations in an increasingly competitive aviation market.