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Aircraft Archive: Fokker F28-4000
Rentals Reach Their Zenith
The revival in the fortunes of out of production narrowbody lease rentals appears to be running out of steam despite the absence of more modern equipment. Rentals of out of production narrowbodies have enjoyed substantial gains over the last 18 months, sufficient to recoup much of the decline experienced in…

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December 12, 2005
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Chapter 2 Values Fail to Gain from Shortage
The values of Chapter 2 aircraft continue to decline despite the overall shortage of newer equipment. The high price of fuel has served to accelerate the replacement of older units, at least where operators have been able to secure alternative equipment. For most Chapter 2 aircraft, values are at scrap…

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September 19, 2005
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Rentals of Regional Jets Unfazed By Changes
The move toward larger regional jets continues, stimulated by the rising price of fuel. But lease rates remain virtually unchanged for even the 50 seaters, which are declining in popularity. The arrival of the larger regional jets, exemplified by the recent certification of Embraer [ERJ] 170/190 family products, has the…

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September 19, 2005
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"Ripple Effect" Keeps Rentals Stable
While rentals of narrowbodies out of production have managed to achieve a measure of stability, overall rates remain low. The ripple effect occurs when the primary mainstream types are in such short supply as to force operators to seek less desirable alternatives on a temporary basis. This increase in demand…

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August 22, 2005
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Rentals Start To Face Weakness
In the latter part of 2004, lease rentals of narrowbodies no longer in production reached their peak. Since the end of 2004, the high price of fuel has played a significant role in forcing operators to consider more modern and efficient alternatives. The sustained high price of fuel has meant…

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June 13, 2005
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Chapter 2 Values Approaching Scrap Levels
While the values of newer aircraft types continue to strengthen, the values of Chapter 2 aircraft have failed to register any improvement. There is now a discernible shortage of quality equipment, but the market continues to turn away from older examples despite their low capital cost. The lack of newer…

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May 30, 2005
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Regional Jet Lease Rentals Remain Stable
Despite the concerns about the decline in values of 50-seat regional jets and their prospects in the marketplace over the coming years, lease rentals are still managing to remain stable. The values of 50-seat regional jets have experienced modest weakness over the last year. This stems from concerns about the…

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May 30, 2005
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Regional Jet Rentals Still Steady
The growing realization that the regional jet market is not immune from the vagaries of market forces is just as noteworthy as the apparent weakness in values. However, to some extent, any loss of value can be at least partially traced to the very strength of lease rentals. The rising…

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March 7, 2005
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