Airbus A320 Family Poised to Surpass Boeing 737 as Top-Delivered Airliner

Airbus's A320 family of narrow-body jets is on the verge of surpassing Boeing's 737 family as the world's most-delivered commercial airliner, according to Cirium data. This milestone, nearly four decades in the making, marks a significant win for Airbus in its long-standing competition with Boeing. The A320's success is attributed to its innovative fly-by-wire technology, flexible engine options, and the fuel-efficient 'neo' variant, while Boeing's 737 MAX grounding provided a crucial opportunity. Despite Boeing's early lead, Airbus's continuous improvements and innovations have propelled the A320 to surpass its rival in delivery numbers.