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The coronavirus pandemic severely impacted the commercial aviation industry, leading to significant challenges for aircraft manufacturers like Airbus. Despite a recovery in global air travel demand, Airbus is experiencing delays in aircraft deliveries due to ongoing supply chain issues. These delays have forced airlines to retain older aircraft or reduce flights.
Airbus has informed its customers, including airlines and leasing firms, that delivery delays could persist for up to three more years. This information was shared during a recent customer meeting at Airbus's headquarters in Toulouse, France. Industry sources suggest that aircraft scheduled for delivery as late as 2027 and 2028 might face delays due to the production backlog caused by supply chain disruptions.
An Airbus spokesperson told Reuters, "We are working together with suppliers to mitigate the impact of the current situation on our customers." While some supply chain improvements have been noted, bottlenecks in structural components and engines continue to affect production. As a result, May deliveries decreased compared to previous years.
