Airbus has overtaken rivals Boeing according to the aerospace giant’s latest announcement of record sales for aircraft delivers despite a 9 year backlog.

The company reported a 53 per cent revenue and net orders market share, having won orders in Asia including the Japanese and Chinese markets.

2014 will also see the introduction of the A350, Airbus’ challenge to the Boeing Dreamliner which has been beset by problems including a period of service withdrawal.

Despite the success of 2014, the back pile of orders is likely to see a reversal in the company’s position as market leader.

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