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Past Aircraft Value Behavior Provides Clue to To Future for Investors
The launch of the A320neo, and the probable re-engining of the B737NG, has increasingly stimulated investors to consider how the values of existing products could change by examining how past developments have changed values. The development of the A320neo, and the likely re-engining of the B737NG, have already had an…

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August 15, 2011
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Embraer Regional Jet Values Safe As Strategy Focuses on Larger Aircraft
The values of the Embraer regional jets appear to be remaining stable as the company considers its options with respect to competing in the 120 seat segment of the market. Over the last 20 years, regional jet values have been adversely affected by the fluid product line. The move from…

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August 15, 2011
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Lease Rentals of Regional Jets Remain Sound
The lease rentals of regional jets continue to remain strong as the overall market, notwithstanding recent stock market volatility, continues to offer promise of further expansion. The acquisition of BAE Asset Management by Falko Regional Aircraft, backed by investment from Fortress Investment Group, also part owner of Aircastle, underlines how…

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August 15, 2011
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Freighter Values Stagnate
The concern over the fragility of the world economy has been clearly revealed with the volatility in the stock markets. The value of freighters is largely dependent on the fortunes of the world economy. Airfreight rates have been adversely affected in the recent past even with the growth that has…

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August 15, 2011
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A330-200 Values Stable
The preference for the A330-300 is taking the shine off the A330-200 values with orders for the larger version all the more notable. However, any fall in the values of the A330-200 are likely to be in line with expectations and commensurate with advancing age. The delay in the development…

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August 15, 2011
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Engine Values Continue to Experience Stability
The values of engines are mostly remaining stable as demand remains high in the face of advancing maturity. With the height of the northern hemisphere summer comes greater utilization and the need for more frequent engine overhauls. With the advancing age of aircraft in production, comes the need for overhauls.…

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August 15, 2011
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B737-500 Values Continue to Fall
The values of the -500, in common with other members of the B737 Classic family, have experienced a considerable decline over the course of the last three years and there is no reason to think that the trend will be reversed. The introduction of new larger regional jets as well…

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August 1, 2011
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A340-500 & -600 Values Suffer Another Blow As Thai Announce Disposals
The values of the A340-500 and -600 are under pressure again as Thai announces that it will dispose of 48 aircraft over the next six years including the four engined Airbus variants. The Thai plan calls for the removal of 48 aircraft between 2011 and 2017. While the fleet plan…

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August 1, 2011
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