Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer concluded the first quarter of 2025 with a significant increase in deliveries and a record order backlog. A total of 30 aircraft were delivered – five more than in the same period last year. At the same time, the total order backlog reached a new record of $26,4 billion.
With the delivery of 30 aircraft in the first quarter of 2025, Embraer has already achieved 13 percent of its annual target of 231 aircraft. This represents an increase of approximately 20 percent compared to the previous year. Deliveries consisted of seven commercial aircraft and 23 business jets. In the Executive Aviation segment, Embraer thus recorded a 28 percent increase over the previous year.
The total order backlog grew by 25 percent compared to the same period last year, from $21,1 billion to $26,4 billion. This is the highest level the company has ever recorded. Strong demand, particularly in the business jet segment, contributed significantly to this growth. Embraer benefited from global orders and long-term customer loyalty.
Commercial aircraft division with decline in order backlog
Despite the overall positive development, the order backlog in the commercial aircraft segment fell by $2025 billion to $1,1 billion in the first quarter of 10. This represents a decrease of two percent compared to the previous quarter. Embraer attributed this development to ongoing supply chain issues. In addition, two aircraft could not be delivered as planned due to commercial difficulties.
The parent company of Japanese airline All Nippon Airways (ANA Holdings) expressed interest in the first quarter for 15 E190-E2 aircraft, with options for five more. The final contract signing is expected in the second half of 2025. If this order is awarded, it would represent a significant success for Embraer in the Asian market.
Business jets: Continuing boom
In the Executive Aviation segment, the Brazilian manufacturer increased the number of jets delivered from 18 in the first quarter of 2024 to 23 in the first quarter of 2025 – an increase of approximately 28 percent. This figure includes 14 so-called light jets and nine mid-size aircraft. The order backlog in this segment rose to 7,6 billion US dollars, representing growth of 66 percent over the previous quarter. This represents an increase of XNUMX billion US dollars in a short period of time – a XNUMX percent increase over the previous year.
The Phenom 300 series received special recognition, being named the world's best-selling and best-delivered light jet for the 2025th consecutive year in February 13. Furthermore, the series was the world's best-delivered twin-engine business jet in 2024.
Embraer also made progress in the defense and security sector, with an order backlog of $4,2 billion. The Uruguayan Air Force and the country's Ministry of Defense confirmed orders for five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft during this period. Uruguay had already placed a firm order for one aircraft with options for five more in August 2024. In addition to the aircraft, the contract also includes mission equipment, logistical services, and a flight simulator.
Services and support: Partnership with Airlink
The Services and Support segment recorded a stable order backlog of USD 4,6 billion. Of particular note is the agreement with South African regional airline Airlink, which signed a spare parts supply agreement for its entire fleet of 68 Embraer aircraft. Airlink will also be the first airline in Africa to use the Embraer Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP) system, which is designed to optimize spare parts management while reducing fleet operating costs.
Despite ongoing challenges in the global supply chain, Embraer remains committed to its annual target of delivering between 222 and 240 aircraft. The manufacturer plans to deliver 81 aircraft for commercial aircraft and 150 for business aircraft. Performance so far in the first quarter suggests that these targets appear realistic, provided no further supply bottlenecks arise.
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