Airbus exceeds targets in 2014 and prepares for the future

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Airbus has exceeded its targets for 2014, achieving a new record of 629 aircraft deliveries for 89 customers of which 8 are new, comprising 490 A320 Family aircraft, 108 A330s, 30 A380s, and also the

Airbus has exceeded its targets for 2014, achieving a new record of 629 aircraft deliveries for 89 customers of which 8 are new, comprising 490 A320 Family aircraft, 108 A330s, 30 A380s, and also the first A350 XWB. This production achievement means that Airbusโ€™ aircraft deliveries in 2014 were up for the 13th year in a row, surpassing the previous record set in 2013.

Airbus also achieved 1,456 net orders from 67 customers (of which 14 are new) โ€“ the second best year ever, comprising 1,321 single-aisle aircraft and 135 widebodies. As a result, by year end, the backlog had climbed to a new industry record of 6,386 aircraft valued at US$919.3 billion at list prices.

At 2014 year end, Airbus commanded more than a 50% market share for aircraft above 100 seats. Among the numerous sales achievements was the A330neoโ€™s success in attracting 120 firm endorsements within just 6 months of its launch. Another commercial highlight was Deltaโ€™s decision to select the A330neo for its transatlantic services and the A350 for its transpacific routes. A third highlight of 2014 was the enduring popularity of our A320neo and ceo aircraft which together attracted numerous orders especially from the leasing companies.

Industrially, the clear milestone of the year was the completion of A350 XWB testing and certification culminating in the on-time delivery of the first aircraft for Qatar Airways. The company also reached its target of delivering 30 A380s while welcoming Asiana, Qatar Airways, and Etihad as new operators of this flagship aircraft. And as the A330neo development program gains momentum, the highly-popular A330ceo continues to benefit from Airbus’ commitment to incremental innovation. Meanwhile, the A320neo program is proceeding on track following its first flight in September 2014, paving the way for certification in Q3 and first deliveries in Q4.

โ€œ2014 has been an excellent year and the teams in Airbus not only delivered on, but exceeded their targets and commitments,โ€ said Fabrice Brรฉgier, Airbus President and CEO. โ€œAirbus also made strong progress towards a faster, simpler and more agile company, while our strategy of incremental innovation is helping to consolidate our market-leading position in all categories.โ€

Airbus is the worldโ€™s leading aircraft manufacturer of passenger airliners, ranging in capacity from 100 to more than 500 seats. Airbus has design and manufacturing facilities in France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, and subsidiaries in the US, China, India, Japan, and in the Middle East. In addition, it provides the highest standard of customer support and training through an expanding international network.

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