Boeing and Airbus August 2026 Delivery and Order Summary

August 2026 Delivery Performance

Boeing and Airbus reported steady production outputs for August 2026, with the two major Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) firms delivering a combined 108 aircraft. Boeing handed over 51 commercial units, while Airbus delivered 57, reflecting a seasonally quiet period for new orders amid ongoing efforts to stabilize global production rates.

For Boeing, the August figure represents a decline from the 57 aircraft delivered in the same month of 2025. The manufacturer's Year-To-Date (YTD) delivery total reached 418 aircraft through the end of August, marking its highest volume for the first eight months since 2018. Airbus, meanwhile, saw its YTD deliveries rise to 475 units, representing a 9% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

Narrowbody and Widebody Production Dynamics

The A320neo (Airbus A320 New Engine Option) family remains the primary driver of output, accounting for 43 of the 57 aircraft delivered by Airbus in August. Boeing focused its narrowbody output on the 737 MAX, delivering 41 units during the month. This pace remains influenced by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 737 MAX production cap of 38 aircraft per month, a measure implemented following the January 2024 incident that continues to shape the manufacturer's recovery trajectory.

Widebody production faced notable constraints across the industry. Boeing delivered four 787 Dreamliners in August, a significant decrease from the nine units delivered in August 2025. Airbus delivered only one A330 unit following a two-month production suspension. Boeing leadership attributed the lower 787 volume to delivery timing rather than new production or certification issues, maintaining its full-year guidance of 90 to 100 Dreamliners.

Aerospace Supply Chain and Market Outlook

Airbus booked 67 gross orders in August, including eight A350F freighters. Boeing secured 15 gross orders, comprising two 737 MAXs and 13 787s, with no cancellations reported. The delivery landscape underscores the pressure on the aerospace supply chain, as Airbus must now average nearly 99 deliveries per month between September and December to reach its annual target of 870 aircraft.

For aircraft lessors such as AerCap, the current delivery environment remains challenging. While these firms continue to receive aircraft—AerCap notably accepted five 737 MAXs and one 787 in August—delayed widebody handovers limit the immediate capacity available for airline customers. Southwest and United received a combined 17 of the 41 delivered 737 MAXs, supporting their respective domestic fleet renewal strategies.

Historical Context and Industry Precedents

The current delivery disparities between the two manufacturers follow the legacy of the 2019–2020 Boeing 737 MAX grounding, which resulted in a massive decline in deliveries and allowed Airbus to establish a lasting lead in annual output. This historical precedent highlights the difficulty of regaining production momentum once regulatory and supply chain constraints take hold. Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury has acknowledged that deliveries remain backloaded, though the company continues to prioritize its 2026 targets.

What Comes Next: 2026 Delivery Milestones

Both manufacturers are now focused on year-end objectives. Airbus is working toward its 870-aircraft delivery target by December 31, 2026. Simultaneously, Boeing aims to fulfill its 787 delivery target of 90 to 100 aircraft by the same date. The industry will continue to monitor whether the current output levels can be sustained through the final quarter, particularly given the reliance on a strained supplier base to meet these ambitious year-end goals.