Airbus has continued to build momentum in March 2026, securing significant new orders while maintaining a steady flow of aircraft deliveries to customers worldwide, including several airlines with strong UK links.
While Airbus has yet to publish its full detailed breakdown for March within its monthly “Orders and Deliveries” dataset, activity during the month has been marked by a series of high-profile commercial wins and ongoing deliveries across its single-aisle and widebody programmes.
The standout order of the month came from Dublin-based aircraft lessor AerCap, which signed a deal for 100 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement includes a mix of A320neo and A321neo jets and reinforces continued demand for Airbus’ best-selling narrowbody range.
In the cargo sector, Atlas Air Worldwide placed a firm order for 20 A350F freighters, becoming the largest customer for the new-generation cargo aircraft.
Earlier in the month, Air Astana finalised an order for 25 A320neo Family aircraft, underlining continued growth in Central Asia and further strengthening Airbus’ narrowbody backlog.
Deliveries in early 2026 have been affected by ongoing supply chain constraints, particularly engine availability, which has slowed the pace compared to previous years. However, March is expected to show an improvement as Airbus accelerates handovers heading into the second quarter.
Airbus deliveries during March totalled 60 aircraft to 38 customers including aircraft destined for airlines with strong UK operations and presence. Carriers such as easyJet, one of Airbus’ largest A320 Family operators, and British Airways continue to take delivery of new-generation aircraft as part of their fleet renewal strategies.
On the wide body side, eight A350 and three A330neo aircraft were delivered while eight A220 single-aisle airlines were delivered. The remainder of the deliveries consisted of A320neo family aircraft.
These deliveries support ongoing efforts to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, with the A320neo Family in particular offering significant reductions in fuel burn and noise compared to previous-generation aircraft.
March 2026 highlights Airbus’ continued dominance in the single-aisle market and growing strength in the freighter segment, with demand from lessors and cargo operators remaining robust.
As Airbus moves into the second quarter, attention will focus on whether the manufacturer can increase delivery rates to meet its full-year targets amid persistent supply chain challenges.