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Boeing's "Clean Sheet" Conundrum: Is it Time to Start a New Plane From Scratch?
A “clean sheet” design for an aircraft is a manufacturing project that starts from scratch, without modifying an existing design. The clean sheet approach is deployed when it’s no longer feasible to make meaningfuly improvements to an existing design, or when the aircraft needs to serve different markets that existing designs…

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July 1, 2024
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The A320 and A350 Benefit from Boeing’s Problems
As Boeing continues to suffer from its monumental legal and regulatory hassles, Airbus is gaining the upper hand in the global aviation marketplace. Following the grounding of the 737 MAX due to two fatal crashes, many airlines either canceled or delayed their orders for Boeing aircraft. Airbus saw a surge…

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July 1, 2024
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Turboprops Enjoy a Renaissance
In a world obsessed with sleek jets and next-gen airliners, the humble turboprop is quietly staging a comeback. Think of it as the aviation industry’s version of vinyl records making a hipster resurgence. Over the next two decades, Aircraft Value News expects a surge in turboprop demand, with projections soaring…

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July 1, 2024
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The CRJ1000’s Increasing Vulnerability to Embraer’s E-Jets
The Canadair CRJ1000 is a regional jet designed and manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace, now part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries after the sale of Bombardier’s regional jet program. It is the largest variant in the CRJ family, optimized for efficiency and performance on short to medium-haul routes. In the world of…

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July 1, 2024
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Aircraft Leasing Companies Thrive Amid Industry Turmoil
Aircraft leasing companies are thriving in a challenging market. High demand for leased aircraft has outpaced supply, leading to significant profits for major lessors. Airlines are rushing to secure aircraft amid a shortage, driving up leasing fees. However, delays in aircraft delivery pose risks to airline operations. Manufacturers also face…

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July 1, 2024
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The B717-200 Faces an Uncertain Future
The Boeing 717-200 is a five-abreast, narrow-body, twin-engine airliner that is seeing its popularity substantially wane. Several factors are contributing to the declining demand, lease rates, and values for the 717-200, as well as its relative disadvantage compared to newer aircraft models: Fuel Efficiency: The 717-200, although reliable and well-performing,…

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July 1, 2024
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