Embraer's 2025 Aircraft Deliveries Soar on Strong Fourth Quarter Performance

January 7, 2026 at 11:55 PM•3 min read

Brazilian manufacturer Embraer delivered 244 aircraft in 2025, an 18% increase from 2024, driven by a strong fourth quarter of 91 deliveries across all three business segments.

Key Points

1Embraer delivered 244 aircraft in 2025, marking an 18% increase over the previous year's total of 206 units.
2The fourth quarter was critical, accounting for 91 deliveries across Commercial, Executive, and Defense segments.
3Executive Aviation delivered 155 jets, hitting the high end of guidance, with the Phenom 300 retaining its best-selling light jet title for the 13th consecutive year.
4Defense & Security deliveries soared by 266%, supported by the A-29 Super Tucano's new counter-UAS mission capabilities.

Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer closed 2025 with a major surge in deliveries. The company delivered 244 aircraft across all segments for the year. This total represents an 18% increase compared to 2024's figures.

Strong Fourth Quarter Boosts Annual Results

The final three months of 2025 proved highly successful for Embraer. A total of 91 aircraft were delivered in the Embraer strong fourth quarter. This figure accounted for 37% of all Embraer aircraft deliveries 2025.

Deliveries were strong across all three of Embraer’s business lines. Commercial jet and executive jet deliveries both surpassed prior quarter and fourth quarter 2024 totals.

Executive Aviation Leads the Way

The Executive Aviation performance was a key driver for the year. Embraer delivered 155 executive jets, a 19% increase over the previous year. This volume reached the upper limit of the company’s annual guidance.

Crucially, the Phenom 300 light jet maintained its market dominance. It was the world’s best-selling, most-delivered light jet for the 13th year. This is according to data from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). Embraer delivered 72 units of the popular jet throughout 2025.

Commercial and Defense Segments

The Commercial Aviation division saw modest but steady Commercial aviation growth. It delivered 78 jets, a 6.8% increase from 2024. This number landed toward the low end of the 77-85 jet guidance range. Deliveries included 38 of the E195-E2 jet, Embraer's largest commercial model.

The Defense & Security segment showed the largest percentage growth. It delivered 11 aircraft in 2025, a 266% increase over 2024. This included eight A-29 Super Tucano turboprops. In November, Embraer announced a retooling of the A-29 Super Tucano counter-UAS capability. This upgrade addresses the growing threat of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Industry Impact and Outlook

Embraer's strong delivery performance signals a robust recovery in the regional and executive jet markets. The company is a key competitor to manufacturers like Airbus in the regional jet space.

Opportunities and Challenges:

Opportunity: The continued success of the Phenom 300 strengthens Embraer's position in the high-margin business jet sector.
Challenge: Commercial aviation growth remains modest, suggesting ongoing production and supply chain constraints.
Impact: Increased deliveries of the E175 and E195-E2 jets provide airlines with modern, efficient regional lift.

This news is important for stakeholders tracking commercial aviation news and the global aerospace market. The ability of the Brazilian aircraft maker to meet or exceed its guidance across most segments highlights its operational resilience. The focus on defense modernization, such as the A-29 counter-UAS role, also opens new revenue streams. The company's overall performance suggests positive momentum heading into the new year. For more information on aerospace developments, visit flying.flights.