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Dash8-400 Backlog Puts Residuals “On Watch”
Residual values of the Dash8-400 have been put “On Watch” as the backlog remains at low levels although the agreement with Russia, if ratified, may prevent values from deteriorating. While ATR enjoys backlog that runs into three digits those for the Dash8-400 number only slightly more than 30 which represents…

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November 18, 2013
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CFM TRUEngine Continues to Secure Stronger Residuals
Risk Adverse Operators & Investors Value TRUEngine Status CFM continue to be successful in protecting their spares revenue stream on the CFM56 by highlighting the potential for stronger residual values on their TRUEngine and persuading operators, owners and lessors that the use of third party Part Manufacturing Authority (PMA) content…

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November 18, 2013
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Residual Values of B737-900ER Continue to Be Uncertain
The residual values of the -900ER, both current and future, should be strong given the size of the variant and proven performance but unfortunately that is not the case. The customer base for the -900ERcontinues to be restricted. The first order for the -900ER was made as far back as…

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November 18, 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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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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