TOULOUSE— Airbus has delivered approximately 300 aircraft through mid-2025, outpacing Boeing which reported around 278 units. This delivery performance reflects Airbus’ stable output from its Toulouse and Hamburg lines despite persistent engine shortages.
In contrast, Boeing’s delivery pace is gradually improving, but the U.S. manufacturer remains hampered by regulatory scrutiny, quality control setbacks, and a string of high-profile safety incidents, including a fatal crash involving Air India (AI) earlier this year.
Photo: By airbus777 from Washington, DC, USA – Boeing South Carolina assembly line, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=67678553Airbus Vs Boeing H1 2025 Deliveries
As of June 2025, the global aircraft manufacturing rivalry remains fierce, but the scoreboard favors Airbus.
According to data compiled by Forecast International, Airbus had delivered an estimated 300 aircraft by June’s end, including 243 officially recorded deliveries through May and 57 in June.
Boeing followed closely with approximately 278 aircraft, comprised of 220 deliveries through May and an estimated 58 in June—slightly ahead of Airbus for the month.
However, this single-month lead did little to close the cumulative gap created by Airbus’ early-year consistency. Airbus maintained delivery momentum largely through its A320neo family, A350s, and A220s, delivering 34, 8, and 11 units of each respectively in June.
Boeing’s June surge primarily came from 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner units, though its ongoing issues with FAA oversight, manufacturing inconsistencies, and door plug inspections kept total output behind Airbus.
Photo: BoeingBoeing Q2 2025 Deliveries Surge
Boeing delivered 150 commercial aircraft in Q2 2025, marking a 15% rise from Q1 and its best second-quarter performance since 2018. This includes a rebound in deliveries to China and strong output of the Boeing 737 MAX.
Aircraft destined for Chinese carriers resumed in June, including deliveries to Xiamen Airlines, China Southern, Air China, and Minsheng Financial Leasing. Most shipments departed from Seattle (SEA), Boeing’s main delivery hub.
Boeing’s commercial aircraft deliveries totaled 280 units in the first half of 2025, driven by increased output across all widebody and narrowbody programs. Between April and June, Boeing delivered 104 737s, 24 787s, 13 777s, and 9 767s. This included 60 aircraft delivered in June alone—the company’s best monthly total since December 2023.
The 787 Dreamliner program saw a near doubling in deliveries from Q1 to Q2, with 24 units shipped, up from 13 in the first quarter.
The uptick followed the easing of trade tensions between the U.S. and China, enabling eight aircraft—mostly 737 MAXs—to reach Chinese airlines. Juneyao Air (HO) received a deferred 787-9, while Air China Cargo (CA) took delivery of a 777 Freighter.
Quarterly Comparison and Order Highlights
Boeing’s Q2 output represented a 15% increase over the 130 aircraft delivered in Q1. Widebody deliveries alone nearly doubled:
| 737 | 105 | 104 | 209 |
| 767 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
| 777 | 7 | 13 | 20 |
| 787 | 13 | 24 | 37 |
| Total | 130 | 150 | 280 |
Alongside strong deliveries, Boeing secured 427 aircraft orders in Q2, a significant rebound from the mere 25 orders received in Q2 2024. In May alone, the company logged 303 gross orders, marking the highest monthly total since 2023.
A standout order came from Qatar Airways (QR), which placed a record-breaking request for 160 aircraft—130 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 30 777-9s—with options for 50 more.
737 MAX Production at Full Capacity
Boeing continues to operate 737 MAX production at the FAA-imposed ceiling of 38 aircraft per month, set after the January 2024 Alaska Airlines (AS) door plug incident. Boeing has since invested in tightening quality control and safety practices.
In its latest Chief Aerospace Safety report, the manufacturer cited improvements across all six safety and quality benchmarks.
CEO Kelly Ortberg remains optimistic that production could soon increase to 42 jets per month, pending FAA approval. Executives emphasized the company’s focus on sustaining high production quality while meeting delivery targets globally.
Photo: BoeingRegulatory Pressure Weigh on Boeing’s Performance
Boeing’s production delays in 2025 are not solely supply chain-related. The company’s safety record has faced intense scrutiny following several incidents.
Most notably, Air India Flight AI171, operated by a Boeing 787-8, tragically crashed with 241 fatalities. This incident sent shockwaves through the industry and amplified concerns over the 787’s safety profile.
In addition, earlier this year, a United Airlines (UA) 787 experienced a violent pitch-down due to a faulty pilot seat mechanism, further denting public confidence.
Reports of smoke in the cabin on certain 737 MAX aircraft, as highlighted by Bloomberg, added to Boeing’s safety woes, casting a shadow over its otherwise improving delivery volumes.
To its credit, Boeing has responded with leadership changes and is working closely with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to enhance inspections and restore operational reliability. Still, reputational repair is proving more difficult than logistical recovery.
Photo: Clément AlloingAirbus Builds Momentum with Operational Stability
Airbus, with assembly hubs in Toulouse (TLS) and Hamburg (XFW), has demonstrated stronger resilience in the face of similar challenges.
Even as engine shortages—particularly with Pratt & Whitney PW1000G engines—have temporarily parked dozens of jets, including 40 Wizz Air (W6) aircraft, Airbus managed to maintain an average monthly output of around 50 jets.
The manufacturer continues to leverage its global supply chain and cross-program efficiencies to stabilize deliveries across multiple product lines. Its strategy emphasizes gradual production ramp-ups and reduced reliance on any single supplier or program.
The A220 and A350 programs, while smaller in scale compared to the A320neo, have each contributed significantly to Airbus’ delivery total.
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