Airbus (EU:AIR) Chief Executive Guillaume Faury said on Tuesday that the aircraft manufacturer has not experienced any meaningful requests from customers to cancel or postpone aircraft orders, despite the challenges currently affecting the global aviation sector.
Speaking at an industry conference, Faury noted that airlines have “been through hell” over recent years but continue to stand by their existing aircraft commitments. He said the resilience of airline order books reflects the industry’s confidence in long-term demand for new jets.
Airlines around the world are facing increased operating costs as fuel prices remain elevated due to the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which has disrupted jet fuel supplies and affected important flight routes. While carriers have been forced to adopt more expensive flight paths, Faury said these pressures have not translated into a significant reduction in aircraft orders.
The Airbus chief added that the company is in a “much better place in terms of supply chain now”, although he acknowledged that some bottlenecks persist. He specifically pointed to concerns surrounding engine deliveries from Pratt & Whitney, warning that Airbus could struggle to meet certain production objectives if supply issues continue.
Airbus is aiming to increase output to 75 aircraft per month in 2027, a target that Faury said remains dependent on the timing and reliability of engine deliveries. He also indicated that the company is preparing for what is expected to be a record-breaking second half of the year.
Addressing regulatory matters, Faury argued that “with the European regulatory burden, it’s too hard to be competitive globally.”
Since the beginning of the year, Airbus has secured 815 gross aircraft orders, equivalent to 762 net orders after accounting for cancellations. The company currently expects to deliver approximately 870 aircraft during 2026.
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