Airbus reported a record financial performance for FY2025, driven by strong commercial aircraft demand and improved profitability across all divisions.
Gross commercial orders reached 1,000 aircraft (889 net), bringing the year-end backlog to a record 8,754 aircraft. Consolidated order intake by value rose to €123.3 billion.
Commercial revenues increased 4% to €52.6 billion. Deliveries included:
Production ramp-up continues, though constrained by Pratt & Whitney engine shortages affecting the A320neo family. Airbus now expects to reach a monthly rate of 70–75 A320 Family aircraft by end-2027 (stabilising at 75). The A220 is targeted at 13 aircraft per month in 2028, the A350 at a rate of 12 in 2028, and the A330 at a rate of 5 in 2029.
The A400M programme saw a contract amendment with OCCAR to improve production visibility, though order uncertainties remain.
Gross cash stood at €27.2 billion, with a net cash position of €12.2 billion. Adjustments impacting reported EBIT included dollar working capital effects, Spirit AeroSystems integration costs, workforce adaptation measures, and A400M-related charges.
Assuming no major additional disruptions, Airbus targets for 2026:
Bottom line: Airbus closed 2025 with record profitability, a robust order book and strong defence momentum. However, engine supply constraints and geopolitical trade risks remain key variables as the company continues its production ramp-up into 2026.
This post was published on 19 February 2026 20:38
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