This article is based on an official press release from Daher.

Daher Reports 76 Aircraft Deliveries in 2025, Highlights Special Mission Growth

Daher delivered a total of 76 single-engine turboprop Commercial-Aircraft in 2025, marking a slight decrease in volume compared to the previous year while expanding its operational footprint in special mission sectors. According to the company’s official announcement, the 2025 figures reflect a resilient industrial performance amidst a challenging global Supply-Chain environment.

The French Manufacturers reported that while raw Deliveries numbers dipped by approximately 7.3% from the 82 units delivered in 2024, the year was characterized by significant milestones, including the delivery of the 600th TBM 900-series aircraft. The company emphasized that its “market expansion” strategy is currently driven by a broader customer base in government and utility sectors rather than immediate unit volume growth.

2025 Delivery Breakdown

Data released by Daher indicates that the TBM family continues to lead the company’s output, though both product lines saw minor contractions compared to 2024 figures. The delivery mix for 2025 included:

• TBM Series: 51 aircraft delivered (primarily the TBM 960), down from 56 in 2024.
• Kodiak Series: 25 aircraft delivered (a mix of Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900), down from 26 in 2024.

Despite the reduction in total units, Nicolas Chabbert, CEO of Daher’s Aircraft Division, praised the industrial teams for maintaining delivery flows. In a statement regarding the year-end performance, Chabbert noted the company’s focus on fulfilling customer commitments.

“Our teams remained fully mobilized through the final days of 2025 with one clear priority: delivering for our customers. Their efforts underscored Daher Aircraft’s capacity to stay focused on execution and customer commitments, especially as conditions evolved during the year.”

— Nicolas Chabbert, CEO of Daher’s Aircraft Division

Strategic Expansion into Special Missions

A key element of Daher’s 2025 narrative is the diversification of its fleet usage. The manufacturer highlighted the delivery of additional TBM 960 aircraft to the Conair Group in Canada. These aircraft are configured as “birddogs”, lead planes used to guide air tankers during aerial firefighting operations. This deployment signals a shift for the TBM program, validating the high-speed turboprop’s utility in government and special mission roles beyond its traditional owner-pilot market.

Furthermore, Daher solidified its geographic presence in South America by establishing a permanent corporate footprint in Brazil late in the year. This move aims to support the region’s growing fleet, particularly in agricultural and remote transport sectors where turboprops are essential.

AirPro News Analysis: Contextualizing the Dip

While Daher’s press release focuses on operational expansion, the delivery figures offer a window into the broader state of the general aviation market in 2025. The dip of six units year-over-year suggests that supply chain frictions, referenced by Chabbert as “evolving conditions”, remain a constraint for manufacturers.

When viewed alongside competitor performance, Daher’s stability appears robust. Industry data indicates that while Piper Aircraft saw growth in early 2025 driven by the M700 Fury, other competitors faced steeper hurdles. For instance, Swiss manufacturer Pilatus grappled with significant import tariff challenges in the U.S. market late in the year, which disrupted their delivery cadence. By comparison, Daher’s ability to deliver 76 units suggests a stabilized production line that, while slightly contracted, avoided the volatility seen elsewhere in the segment.

The strategic pivot toward “special missions” also provides a buffer against fluctuations in the private luxury market. By securing fleet Contracts for firefighting and utility roles, Daher is effectively insulating its order book against potential softening in consumer demand.

Sources

Daher Official Press Release, GAMA Industry Reports