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Boeing 737 MAX 9’s Technical Woes Rated “Neutral” for Lessors
An incident on January 5 unfolded as a Boeing 737 MAX 9, operated by Alaska Airlines, experienced a midair mishap with a fuselage panel (aka “door plug”) that’s designed to serve as a potential additional exit. Shortly after take-off from Portland, Oregon, en route to Ontario airport on the outskirts…

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January 29, 2024
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Lease Extensions Forecast to Remain Robust in 2024
The airline industry has been through unprecedented challenges in recent years, with the global pandemic causing a significant downturn in air travel. As the world gradually recovers, airlines are facing crucial decisions regarding their fleet management, particularly in terms of extending leases and coping with rising costs. In this article,…

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January 29, 2024
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Global Aviation Is Projected to Return to Pre-Pandemic Altitude in 2024, Boosting Large Lessors
In a report release in January 2024, the highly influential credit ratings agency Morningstar DBRS stated: “For those lessors we follow, we anticipate solid earnings generation in 2024. Improving lease yields due to better lease pricing at extension and renewal is mitigating the increase in funding costs from higher interest…

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January 29, 2024
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Base Values, Lease Rates on The Rise for Boeing 777 Freighter Aircraft
Atlas Air, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc., announced on January 11 that it had taken delivery of a Boeing 777 Freighter, which it will operate on behalf of its customer MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA. Atlas Air is now operating four 777 Freighters on a global…

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January 29, 2024
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Electric and Hybrid Aircraft: Science Fiction No Longer
Electric and hybrid aircraft are poised to transform aviation in 2024 and beyond, but the effects on the aviation industry’s base values and lease rates remain uncertain. With a growing emphasis on sustainability and technological advancements, the aviation industry is witnessing a significant shift towards cleaner and more efficient modes…

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January 29, 2024
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The Rise of The Disruptors: Regional and Niche Lessors Challenge the “Big Boys”
While established leasing giants continue to dominate the market, a noteworthy trend is the rise of regional/niche leasing companies. These smaller players are carving out their own space by catering to specific market segments, such as regional airlines, charter operators, or specialized cargo carriers. Regional lessors understand the unique needs…

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January 29, 2024
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