Commercialization of the HondaJet and Aircraft Business Organization
First written in FY2016. 26 of 38 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2017-Q1. Latest entry: FY2026.
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- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「In February 2026, Honda obtained certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Emergency Autoland system (EAL) installed on the HondaJet Elite II. As a result, the HondaJet Elite II became the world's first twin-engine jet in the very light jet category equipped with EAL.」
HondaJet Elite II obtained FAA certification for EAL, and the company began sales in the United States and after-sales service for aircraft already delivered. In addition, Honda successfully conducted a 100% SAF test flight with HondaJet. - FY2026-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥16.7 billion, a ¥2.2 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥16.7 billion, a ¥2.2 billion year-on-year improvement. - FY2025Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥38.8 billion, a ¥5.9 billion deterioration from the previous consolidated fiscal year.」
Alongside progress in business development, including the start of production of a test aircraft for HondaJet Echelon type certification, the operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business deteriorated by ¥5.9 billion year on year. - FY2025-H1Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥19 billion, a ¥4.4 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥19 billion, a ¥4.4 billion year-on-year deterioration. The company disclosed worsening profitability separately from the development of businesses including HondaJet. - FY2024Progress in business development and worsening operating lossAnnual report
「Since Honda began delivering HondaJet in the second half of 2015, it achieved its 250th delivery in fiscal 2023. The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥32.9 billion, a ¥7.1 billion deterioration from the previous consolidated fiscal year.」
Honda disclosed its 250th HondaJet delivery, type certification in 14 countries and regions, and more than 210,000 total flight hours, while the operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business increased by ¥7.1 billion year on year to ¥32.9 billion. - FY2024-Q3Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥24.5 billion, a ¥5.8 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥24.5 billion, a ¥5.8 billion year-on-year deterioration. The company disclosed worsening profitability separately from the development of businesses including HondaJet. - FY2024-Q2Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥14.5 billion, a ¥2.5 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥14.5 billion, a ¥2.5 billion year-on-year deterioration. The company disclosed worsening profitability separately from the development of businesses including HondaJet. - FY2024-Q1Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥5.6 billion, an ¥1.8 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥5.6 billion, an ¥1.8 billion year-on-year deterioration. - FY2023AdvancedAnnual report
「At the National Business Aviation event, the world's largest business aviation show, held in Orlando, Florida, in October 2022, Honda announced the HondaJet Elite II, an upgraded version of the latest HondaJet model, the light business jet.」
Honda announced the latest HondaJet model, the Elite II, and disclosed improvements in range, aircraft handling, and safety technology. The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business also improved by ¥7.9 billion year on year to ¥25.7 billion. - FY2023-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥18.6 billion, a ¥4.9 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year, despite factors including lower profit from foreign exchange translation, due in part to lower expenses.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥18.6 billion, a ¥4.9 billion year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2023-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥12 billion, a ¥3.5 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year, despite factors including lower profit from foreign exchange translation, due in part to lower expenses.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥12 billion, but improved by ¥3.5 billion year on year. - FY2023-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥3.8 billion, a ¥4.5 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥3.8 billion, a ¥4.5 billion year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「In February 2022, HondaJet achieved the world's highest number of deliveries in the light-jet category for the fifth consecutive year in calendar 2021. In after-sales service, its high service standards and technicians' expertise were recognized when it received the Diamond Level AMT Award, the highest-level award from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).」
HondaJet achieved the world's highest number of deliveries in the light-jet category for the fifth consecutive year and received the FAA's highest-level award for after-sales service. - FY2022-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥23.6 billion, an ¥800 million improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥23.6 billion, an ¥800 million year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2022-Q2Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥15.6 billion, a ¥200 million deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥15.6 billion, a ¥200 million year-on-year deterioration. The company disclosed worsening profitability alongside progress in the development of businesses including HondaJet. - FY2022-Q1Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥8.3 billion, a ¥1.1 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The company disclosed an ¥1.1 billion year-on-year deterioration in the operating loss of the HondaJet and aircraft engine business. - FY2021AdvancedAnnual report
「In January 2021, HondaJet obtained type certification in Russia and began operating its first aircraft there. In the same month, Honda began operating a new hangar to improve its inventory storage capacity for spare parts and other items as part of efforts to strengthen customer support. HondaJet achieved the world's highest number of deliveries in the light-jet category for the fourth consecutive year in calendar 2020, securing a global share of more than 50%.」
The company disclosed the acquisition of type certification and the start of operations of the first aircraft in Russia, the opening of a new hangar, four consecutive years of ranking first worldwide in deliveries, and a global share of more than 50%. - FY2021-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥24.5 billion, a ¥3.8 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥24.5 billion, a ¥3.8 billion year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2021-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥15.3 billion, a ¥3 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥15.3 billion, a ¥3 billion year-on-year improvement. - FY2021-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥7.1 billion, a ¥2 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥7.1 billion, a ¥2 billion year-on-year improvement. - FY2020Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥42.2 billion, a ¥2 billion deterioration from the previous consolidated fiscal year.」
In the aircraft and aircraft engine business, the operating loss deteriorated by ¥2 billion year on year, alongside progress in commercialization and sales. - FY2020AdvancedAnnual report
「In August 2019, HondaJet Elite obtained type certification in China, and in December Honda delivered its first aircraft there. HondaJet achieved the world's highest number of deliveries in the light-jet category for the third consecutive year in calendar 2019, with approximately 150 aircraft in operation worldwide.」
HondaJet Elite obtained type certification in China and delivered its first aircraft there, achieving the world's highest number of deliveries for the third consecutive year. - FY2020-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥28.4 billion, an ¥800 million improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥28.4 billion, an ¥800 million year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2020-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥18.3 billion, a ¥900 million improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥18.3 billion, a ¥900 million year-on-year improvement. - FY2020-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Life Creation business and Other businesses was ¥9.1 billion, an ¥800 million improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥9.1 billion, an ¥800 million year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2019AdvancedAnnual report
「HondaJet Elite achieved the world's highest number of deliveries in the light-jet category for the second consecutive year in calendar 2018, and in December obtained type certification in Japan and began deliveries there. It has obtained type certification in 9 countries to date and is working to strengthen sales, including by expanding its dealer network.」
HondaJet Elite achieved the world's highest number of light-jet deliveries for the second consecutive year, and the company disclosed the acquisition of type certification and the start of deliveries in Japan, as well as type certification in 9 countries. - FY2019-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥29.2 billion, a ¥1 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥29.2 billion, a ¥1 billion year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2019-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥19.3 billion, a ¥2.8 billion improvement from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on the aircraft and aircraft engine business was ¥19.3 billion, a ¥2.8 billion year-on-year improvement, representing measurable progress disclosed by the company. - FY2019-Q1Worsening operating loss in the aircraft businessAnnual report
「The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products business and Other businesses was ¥10 billion, a ¥1.4 billion deterioration from the same period of the previous year.」
The operating loss on aircraft and aircraft engines was ¥10 billion, a ¥1.4 billion year-on-year deterioration. - FY2018AdvancedAnnual report
「HondaJet adopted technologies including an engine-over-wing configuration that reduces wave drag, natural laminar flow technology, an integrally molded composite fuselage, and advanced avionics, achieving performance and product appeal that outclass competitors. In calendar 2017, it ranked first worldwide in deliveries in the light-jet category. In January 2018, a dealer began operations in China, and in February the same year, HondaJet received an order for 16 aircraft from a French air-taxi service provider, earning very high praise from many customers. In production, efforts to improve efficiency have made it possible to maintain stable production of 4 aircraft per month.」
HondaJet ranked first worldwide in light-jet deliveries in calendar 2017, and the company disclosed the start of operations by a Chinese dealer, an order for 16 aircraft in France, and stable production of 4 aircraft per month. - FY2018-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products and Other businesses was ¥30.3 billion, an improvement of ¥1.4 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥30.3 billion, an improvement of ¥1.4 billion year on year, demonstrating measurable progress. - FY2018-Q2Worsening operating lossAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products and Other businesses was ¥22.2 billion, a deterioration of ¥2.7 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥22.2 billion, a deterioration of ¥2.7 billion year on year, according to the disclosure. - FY2018-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the Power Products and Other businesses was ¥8.5 billion, an improvement of ¥0.2 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥8.5 billion, an improvement of ¥0.2 billion year on year, demonstrating measurable progress. - FY2017AdvancedAnnual report
「In 2016, the company obtained type certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, marking another step forward in its aircraft engine business in Europe. HondaJet, which achieved class-leading levels of maximum speed, maximum operating altitude, climb performance, fuel efficiency and cabin size through proprietary technologies including an engine mounted above the main wing, natural laminar-flow airfoil and integrally moulded composite fuselage, also began accepting orders in Central and South America and made its first public appearance at the business aviation show held in Dubai.」
The company reported the acquisition of type certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for its aircraft engines, the start of HondaJet orders in Central and South America, and the aircraft's first public appearance in Dubai. - FY2017-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the General-Purpose Power Products and Other businesses was ¥31.7 billion, an improvement of ¥9.9 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥31.7 billion, an improvement of ¥9.9 billion year on year, demonstrating measurable progress. - FY2017-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the General-Purpose Power Products and Other businesses was ¥19.4 billion, an improvement of ¥5.0 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥19.4 billion, an improvement of ¥5.0 billion year on year, demonstrating measurable progress. - FY2017-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The operating loss from aircraft and aircraft engines included in the General-Purpose Power Products and Other businesses was ¥8.8 billion, an improvement of ¥3.2 billion from the same period of the previous year.」
The aircraft and aircraft engine business posted an operating loss of ¥8.8 billion, an improvement of ¥3.2 billion year on year, demonstrating measurable progress. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「HondaJet conducted a world tour in 13 countries, making its first public appearances in Japan, Europe and South America, and obtained type certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in December, after which deliveries began.」
The company reported its expansion into 13 countries, the acquisition of type certification in December, and the start of deliveries.