Airbus notified A320neo series customers of delivery delays of several months for jets scheduled in 2027 and 2028, with the A321neo variant most affected, as supply chain strains persist.
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Airbus delays A320neo deliveries as supply chain strains persist
Airbus SE has notified some airline customers that deliveries of A320neo-family aircraft scheduled for 2027 and 2028 will slip by several months, according to people familiar with the matter.
The delays are tied to persistent supply chain constraints that have hampered the European planemaker's ability to ramp up production, the people said. The A321neo, the longest and most popular variant of the A320 family, is the model most affected by the pushbacks, Bloomberg News reported Sunday.
Airbus has been working to increase output of its best-selling narrowbody line to meet surging travel demand, but engine shortages, labor constraints and parts availability issues have repeatedly frustrated those targets. The company delivered 766 aircraft in 2025, below its initial goal of 800, as supply chain headwinds continued to weigh on production.
The delivery delays could pressure Airbus's near-term cash flow and revenue recognition, as planemakers typically collect a significant portion of the purchase price upon delivery. Airlines expecting the jets may need to adjust capacity plans for the 2027-2028 period, potentially benefiting rival Boeing Co., which is ramping up production of its 737 MAX family after resolving its own quality-control issues.
Airbus shares traded at 206.17 euros in over-the-counter markets Friday. The company is scheduled to report first-half earnings on July 30, where investors will look for updates on production targets and delivery guidance.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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