- Supply chain issues in the aviation sector may negatively impact airline performance in 2025.
- The global order backlog for aircraft has reached 17,000, equivalent to 50% of the current fleet.
- Aircraft deliveries remain 30% below pre-pandemic peak levels.
- Waiting times for new aircraft have increased to 5.3 years, with airlines receiving aircraft ordered in or prior to 2019.
- The existing backlog would take 13.5 years to clear at current production levels, meaning aircraft ordered today may not be delivered until nearly 2040.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that supply chain woes may stall airlines’ growth in 2025. Despite strong demand, aircraft deliveries remain limited, leading to extended waiting times and higher costs.
