January 15, 2025 – Boeing has recently released its delivery figures for 2024, revealing a significant decline in aircraft deliveries compared to the previous year. According to the data, the company delivered 30 aircraft in December 2024, bringing the total number of deliveries for the year to 348 aircraft. This represents a drop of nearly 35% from the previous year’s figures.
In contrast, its competitor Airbus delivered 766 aircraft during the same period, highlighting a significant disparity between the two aviation giants. Despite the decline in deliveries, Boeing still managed to secure 569 aircraft orders in 2024, resulting in a net order of 317 aircraft.
Meanwhile, aviation industry analysts at IBA have predicted that aircraft leasing prices will reach record highs in the coming year due to a shortage of aircraft from suppliers. This trend is expected to have a significant impact on the aviation industry, potentially affecting airlines’ operating costs and profitability.
In December, Boeing received 142 gross orders for new aircraft, including a notable order from Pegasus Airlines for 100 737 Max planes and another from Dubai Airways for 30 787 aircraft. However, the company also canceled over 130 orders from the defunct Indian airline Jet Airways from its order book.
For the full year, Boeing recorded 569 gross orders and 377 net orders (including a 317 accounting adjustment). Compared to Airbus, which secured 878 gross orders and 826 net orders in 2024, Boeing’s order intake was significantly lower.
Looking ahead, Boeing is scheduled to announce its fourth-quarter and full-year results on January 28th, before the stock market opens. CEO Kelly Ortberg and other Boeing executives are expected to face questions from investors regarding the company’s performance and future plans. With deliveries down and leasing prices on the rise, the pressure is on for Boeing to demonstrate a robust strategy to address these challenges and return to growth in the coming year.
