Airbus delivered around 72 aircraft in September, compared with 73 in the same month last year, industry sources told Reuters.
The figure is preliminary and higher than analysts’ estimates. Jefferies had expected 68 aircraft. Airbus will publish official monthly figures on October 8.
The increase in deliveries comes after concerns about delays, including those related to parts for the A321neo, as well as shortages of engines and other components.
Airbus Chief Commercial Officer Lars Wagner said earlier this week that he is highly confident the company will achieve its full-year target of around 870 delivered aircraft.
