Strong Commercial Aircraft Orders
Airbus recorded 667 gross orders for commercial aircraft in the first nine months of 2024, including a strong intake of 457 orders for the A320 family.
Record Aircraft Backlog
The backlog for Airbus commercial aircraft reached a record level of 8,749 units.
Successful First Delivery of A321XLR
Airbus delivered the first A321XLR to Iberia, marking a significant milestone for the A320 family.
Positive Helicopter Orders and Revenue Growth
Airbus Helicopters booked 308 net orders in the first nine months of 2024, a significant increase compared to 191 in the same period of 2023, with revenues increasing to €4.9 billion.
Defense and Space Order Momentum
Airbus Defense and Space recorded €11 billion in order intake, with €4.5 billion in the third quarter alone, reflecting strong performance including a major satellite contract with the German Bundeswehr.