Boeing Delivers 143 Aircraft in Q1 2026 as Commercial Backlog Reaches Record 6,100+ Airplanes

Global – Boeing has reported first quarter 2026 results showing 143 commercial aircraft deliveries and 140 net new orders, with total company backlog reaching a record $695 billion including over 6,100 commercial airplanes valued at $576 billion.

• Boeing delivered 143 commercial aircraft in Q1 2026, a 10% increase from 130 deliveries in Q1 2025, driving Commercial Airplanes revenue to $9.2 billion.
• The 737 program continues to produce at a rate of 42 aircraft per month. Certification of the 737-7 and 737-10 variants is expected in 2026, with first deliveries anticipated in 2027. The 737-10 began its second Type Inspection Authorization phase and is progressing through final certification flight testing.
• The 787 program has stabilised production at eight aircraft per month. Boeing received FAA certification for increased maximum take-off weight on the 787-9 and 787-10.
• The 777X programme continues to advance 777-9 certification, with FAA approval to begin Type Inspection Authorization phase 4a. First delivery is anticipated in 2027.
• Notable Q1 2026 orders included 50 737 aircraft (25 737-10 and 25 737-8) for Aviation Capital Group, 30 787-10 aircraft for Delta Air Lines, and 20 737-8 aircraft for Air India.
• Boeing Global Services received initial FAA and EASA qualification for 777-9 training devices, a milestone for the upcoming 777X entry into service and associated pilot training infrastructure build-out.
• Total company revenue reached $22.2 billion, a 14% increase year-on-year. The company reported a GAAP loss per share of ($0.11) and operating cash flow of ($0.2) billion.
• Boeing's commercial airplane backlog of over 6,100 aircraft represents sustained long-term demand for pilot training capacity, type ratings, and simulator infrastructure across all Boeing narrowbody and widebody programmes.

Statements

• "We're building on our momentum with a strong start to the year and growing record-breaking backlog across our business, while supporting our customers with inspiring missions like Artemis II," said Kelly Ortberg, President and Chief Executive Officer of Boeing.

Source: Boeing