Aircraft Value News [November 04, 2013] -

Issue: November 04, 2013

Residual Values of Low Cost Operator Aircraft Potentially Weaker

The values of aircraft operated by some low cost operators have the potential to be weaker than for other examples. Although many airlines have become “low cost” out of competitive necessity, some have the ability to offer low cost fares through higher than average utilization of their aircraft. Most mainline…

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November 4, 2013

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IAI Bedek Conversion Approval Provides Reassurance for Residuals

In signing a license agreement with Boeing for the conversion of additional Boeing aircraft, IAI Bedek has provided owners with considerable reassurance that the residual values of their freighters will be comparable. Though IAI Bedek previously signed a deal with Boeing in 2010 on the B737-300/-400 freighter conversion, this latest…

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November 4, 2013

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A380 Values Remain Firm Despite Need for Fresh Orders

The values of the A380 continue to remain stable even though the type, along with the B747-8I, is suffering from a shortage of new orders. To date values of the A380 have performed well with the values of the newest and those featuring the higher MTOW edging closer to $220…

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November 4, 2013

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Rentals Ease Back From Peak

While lease rentals of the larger regional jets remain strong they are considered to have peaked not least because of the maturity of the product line. Despite the slight easing of rentals at the upper end of the scale, rates in general are still holding relatively steady. Rates could rise…

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November 4, 2013

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Freighter Values Continue to Weaken

The resurgence in demand for airfreight always seems to be just around the corner. However, this has been the case for the last few years and demand has yet to return. This has increased pressure on values such that future falls have been experienced for dedicated freighters. Again, the lower…

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November 4, 2013

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CSeries Values Gain Traction

First Flight Moves CSeries from Concept to Reality The first flight of the CSeries on the 16th September 2013 represented a significant step for both the CSeries and Bombardier, turning the aircraft from a paper aircraft to reality and making it necessary to assess asset value in the context of…

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November 4, 2013

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Values of B737-500 Continue to Fall

The B737-500 continues to find favor with a number of operators but supply continues to outstrip demand. 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 five years. The introduction of new larger…

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November 4, 2013

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