Strong Order Intake and Commercial Aircraft Deliveries
Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024, a 4% year-on-year increase. They also booked 878 gross orders, reflecting robust travel demand and a continued strong commercial environment.
Record Order Intake in Defence and Space
The Defence and Space division achieved a record order intake of €16.7 billion, a 6% increase year-on-year, with a book-to-bill ratio of around 1.4.
Solid Performance in Helicopters
Airbus helicopters booked 450 net orders in 2024, up from 393 in 2023, achieving a book-to-bill above 1. The EBIT adjusted for helicopters increased to €818 million with a profit margin of 10.3%.
Financial Performance and Dividend Proposal
Airbus reported a net income of €4.2 billion and proposed a 2024 dividend of €2 per share plus a special dividend of €1 per share, supported by a strong free cash flow before customer financing of €4.5 billion.