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Valuations Soar for Advanced Aircraft Parts, Plummet for Older Ones
As the year 2024 unfolds, the aviation industry finds itself at the intersection of technological innovation and economic unpredictability. The dynamics of the global market have shifted, and with it, the expected valuation trends for aircraft parts are set on a course of both challenge and opportunity. The rise of…

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February 12, 2024
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Carbon Composite Aircraft Retaining Strong Valuations
The materials used in aircraft construction play a pivotal role in determining not only their performance but also their market valuations. Over the years, a revolutionary shift has taken place as carbon composite materials have gained prominence over traditional aluminum and steel. Aircraft crafted from carbon composites are increasingly fetching…

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February 12, 2024
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The Demand for Next-Gen Cockpits: How Does it Affect Values?
The integration of advanced avionics is influencing leasing trends in multiple ways. Airlines are increasingly prioritizing leasing agreements that offer access to aircraft equipped with the latest avionics systems. This demand is driven by the desire to stay competitive, meet regulatory requirements, and enhance overall operational efficiency. Leasing companies are…

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February 12, 2024
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A220 Values on an Upward Trajectory
To date, the acquisition of the CSeries by Airbus has been successful for the regional aircraft family. The buyout process occurred incrementally over several years and was completed in 2020. The Bombardier CS100 was rebranded as the Airbus A220-100 and the larger CS300 as the A220-300. CSeries orders increased 50%…

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February 12, 2024
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The Sharp Decline of The MD-80: Factors Weighing on The Aircraft’s Value and Lease Rates
The McDonnell Douglas MD-80, once a workhorse of the aviation industry, continues to suffer a catastrophic decline in both market values and lease rates. The MD-80, a five-abreast single-aisle airliner, was produced by McDonnell Douglas until 1997, when the company merged with Boeing and the latter took over production. As of…

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February 12, 2024
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A350-1000 Continues to Enjoy Rising Demand
The demand for the -1000 variant of the A350 continues to recover from its pandemic-era lows, as long-haul routes enjoy a resurgence. The A350 is the first Airbus aircraft largely made of carbon composite polymers. The aircraft has a new fuselage designed around a nine-abreast economy cross-section, up from the…

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February 12, 2024
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Boeing MAX 9 Update: United Flirts With the A321neo
Boeing’s 737 MAX 9 aircraft are no longer grounded, as they were for weeks after a “door plug” on an Alaska Airlines flight flew off in midair on January 5. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) cleared the way for the planes to return to the skies in late January,…

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February 12, 2024
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Wild Card: The A321XLR
The latest addition to Airbus’s successful A320neo family, the A321XLR, promises to be a game-changer in the industry. With its extended range capabilities, the A321XLR is set to influence aircraft values and lease rates for its predecessor, the A321, as airlines seek more versatile and fuel-efficient options for their fleets.…

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February 12, 2024
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