Aircraft Manufacturer Sets Higher Production Goals Amid Supply Chain Recovery and Supplier Acquisition in 2025

Global – European aerospace manufacturer Airbus has reported a strong rebound in supplier performance, reinforcing its confidence in meeting its delivery target of 820 aircraft in 2025. This coincides with Airbus’ strategic move to vertically integrate key aerostructure production capabilities through the acquisition of operations from Spirit AeroSystems.

• Airbus confirmed supplier readiness to support a 7% year-on-year delivery increase, targeting 820 aircraft deliveries in 2025

• The company aims to ramp up production of its narrow-body aircraft to 75 jets per month by 2027

• Airbus highlighted noticeable improvements in supply chain reliability following years of pandemic-induced disruptions

• The acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems facilities supporting Airbus programs is scheduled to close in Q4 2025

• This vertical integration will give Airbus greater control over critical aerostructures, stabilizing its production pipeline

Source: Media Reporting