Boeing and Airbus have ruled out the near-term launch of next-generation narrowbody aircraft, signaling that existing models like the Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A320neo families will remain the backbone of the single-aisle market for years.
Airbus Vs Boeing
Airbus and Boeing recorded strong aircraft delivery numbers in June 2025, with Airbus narrowly outperforming its US rival.
Airbus has delivered approximately 300 aircraft through mid-2025, outpacing Boeing which reported around 278 units.
Airbus delivered 51 aircraft in May 2025, while Boeing reported 45 deliveries, matching its April total.
The Boeing 777X has emerged as Boeing’s latest attempt to dominate the skies, while the Airbus A380 sits as a cautionary tale of when bigger isn’t necessarily better.
NASA Spinoff documented the evolution of wingtips to modern jets, marking the beginning of efficiency improvements in the industry.
Boeing beats Airbus in aircraft deliveries during February 2025, shipping 44 planes compared to Airbus’s 41.
Airbus plans to cut 2,500 jobs within its Defense and Space division by mid-2026, representing 7% of the division’s workforce.
China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Aviation) has signed a major deal with Boeing for 50 737-8 (MAX 8) aircraft.
Comparing the A350-1000 with the passenger 777X now, if we tally all firm orders and in-service aircraft, the 777-8/-9 has a count of 398, while the A350-1000 stands at 272.