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Airbus cuts commercial aircraft delivery target for 2025 due to fuselage flaw

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Posted on December 3, 2025

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Dec 3 (Reuters) - Airbus on Wednesday lowered its commercial aircraft delivery target to around 790 aircraft for 2025 due to a supplier quality issue on fuselage panels impacting its A320 line. The

Airbus Adjusts 2025 Aircraft Delivery Target Over Fuselage Flaws

Dec 3 (Reuters) - Airbus on Wednesday lowered its commercial aircraft delivery target to around 790 aircraft for 2025 due to a supplier quality issue on fuselage panels impacting its A320 line.

The world's largest planemaker had previously expected to deliver around 820 commercial aircraft this year.

Airbus engineers have found defects on a wider set of A320 fuselage panels as they prepare to inspect hundreds of jets, a presentation to airlines seen by Reuters showed.

Reuters first reported the industrial quality problem on Monday.

(Reporting by Dimitri Rhodes in Gdansk, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Key Takeaways

  • Airbus lowers 2025 delivery target to 790 aircraft.
  • Fuselage panel defects impact A320 line.
  • Previous target was 820 aircraft for 2025.
  • Supplier quality issue identified.
  • Airbus engineers inspecting affected jets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fuselage?
The fuselage is the main body of an aircraft, designed to accommodate the crew, passengers, and cargo. It provides structural integrity and houses the cockpit, cabin, and cargo area.
What is an aircraft delivery target?
An aircraft delivery target refers to the number of aircraft a manufacturer aims to deliver to customers within a specific timeframe, often used to gauge production efficiency and market demand.
What is a supplier quality issue?
A supplier quality issue occurs when a supplier fails to meet the required quality standards for materials or components, potentially impacting the production and safety of the final product.
What is the A320?
The A320 is a family of narrow-body commercial aircraft designed by Airbus, widely used for short to medium-haul flights, known for its fuel efficiency and advanced technology.

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