Aviation News – Airbus has begun 2026 with a slower delivery pace, handing over 19 commercial aircraft in January, as the European planemaker works to recover from missed production goals at the end of 2025.
The company confirmed on February 6, 2026, that the January total included deliveries to 15 customers, among them Lufthansa and United Airlines, marking a notable decline from the same period in previous years. Airbus delivered 26 aircraft in January 2025 and 30 jets in January 2024, underscoring the softer start as the manufacturer recalibrates output following last year’s shortfall.
The January deliveries form part of Airbus’ broader effort to stabilize production across its A320neo family and other commercial programs, which have faced ongoing supply chain constraints and industrial bottlenecks. Aircraft handovers are closely tracked by investors and airlines because they directly translate into revenue and fleet expansion.
