Aircraft
Airbus Revenue Increases, Results 'Better Than Expected'
Airbus strengthened its financial position and believes demand is there to increase narrowbody production, but it is noncommital on A380 future.
Airbus flew English and French journalists from Paris to Munich on A350 MSN002, the A350's first visit to Germany. (Photo: Airbus)
Airbus flew English and French journalists from Paris to Munich on A350 MSN002, the A350's first visit to Germany. (Photo: Airbus)

Announcing its full-year financials in Munich on February 27, Airbus Group said its 2014 results were “better than expected,” with revenues increasing by 5 percent, to €60.7 billion ($68 billion). The group posted a 6.7-percent return on sales, or operating profit margin. It reported a record order book of €857.5 billion ($970 billion), increasing from €680.6 billion in 2013.