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Boeing Reclaims 2025 Order Lead Over Airbus, Delivery Gap Remains

An FAA-cleared 737 MAX rate increase signaled operational progress that helped revive demand.

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Overview

  • Boeing booked 1,173 commercial aircraft orders in 2025, including 175 in December.
  • Airbus reported 889 orders for the year, marking Boeing’s first annual-orders lead since 2018.
  • Boeing delivered 600 jets in 2025, including 63 in December, versus 793 deliveries by Airbus.
  • The FAA in October approved raising 737 MAX production from 38 to 42 aircraft per month.
  • Following 2024 setbacks, Boeing strengthened manufacturing and quality oversight under continued FAA supervision, supported by leadership changes led by CEO Kelly Ortberg.