Aircraft Value News [September 23, 2024] -

Issue: September 23, 2024

The A300-600RF: Falling Demand and an Uncertain Future

The Airbus A300-600RF is a freighter version of the A300-600, where “RF” stands for “Rear Freighter,” indicating that it is a cargo aircraft with a large rear cargo door. The A300-600RF is part of the A300 family, which was the world’s first twin-engine widebody aircraft, designed primarily for medium- to…

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September 23, 2024

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Demand Holds Steady for the B737-900...for Now

But the model’s prospects in 2025 and beyond are mixed. The Boeing 737-900 is a member of Boeing’s storied and highly successful 737 family. Demand has been resilient for this aircraft, but it may encounter impediments next year and beyond. As part of the Next Generation (NG) series, the 737-900…

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September 23, 2024

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The B777-200LR&'s Likely Future Under Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg

Boeing’s new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, faces the challenge of reviving the company’s battered finances and reputation. It’s a daunting task that will require him to put a few major aircraft models out to pasture, in terms of production and marketing emphasis. The 777-200LR is a likely candidate to take a…

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September 23, 2024

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Base Values, Lease Rates for the A350-1000 Remain Strong

Boeing’s missteps provide an opening for this aircraft and other Airbus offerings. The Airbus A350-1000 is the largest variant of the A350 XWB (Extra Wide Body) family, representing one of the most advanced wide-body aircraft currently in service. Introduced as a solution for long-haul, high-capacity routes, the A350-1000 has garnered…

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September 23, 2024

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Demand for the B747-400BCF Is Slowly Declining

The Boeing 747-400BCF is a specialized variant of the iconic 747-400, designed to carry cargo instead of passengers. Unlike the factory-built 747 freighters (such as the 747-400F), the 747-400BCF is converted from a passenger aircraft into a freighter, making use of existing airframes that have been retired from passenger service.…

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September 23, 2024

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Boeing, Airbus…and Now COMAC?

The Rise of COMAC and its C919 Narrowbody: Could China’s Aerospace Giant Threaten the Boeing-Airbus Duopoly? In the global aviation industry, Boeing and Airbus have long reigned as the dominant forces, effectively forming a duopoly in commercial aircraft manufacturing. However, a new player has entered the fray: China’s Commercial Aircraft…

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September 23, 2024

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