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Airbus CEO Slams Pratt & Whitney Engine Delays, Threatening 2026 Production

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Airbus SE Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury has delivered a stark warning regarding Pratt & Whitney's engine delivery timeline, declaring the 2026 outlook is 'significantly behind their previous commitments.' This shortfall, Faury explained to Bloomberg's Guy Johnson, directly threatens Airbus's ability to meet its monthly production targets for the A320 aircraft. The manufacturer had previously indicated it might fall short of producing 75 units per month by year-end 2026. Pratt & Whitney's inability to deliver engines at the required pace is identified as the primary bottleneck. Airbus's A320neo program, which relies heavily on Pratt engines, faces significant operational disruption. The delay underscores the critical dependency on engine suppliers and the potential ripple effects through the narrow-body aircraft market. This development forces Airbus to reassess its production forecasts and inventory management strategies for the remainder of 2026.