Aircraft Value News [October 21, 2024] -

Issue: October 21, 2024

Aircraft Engine Values and Lease Rates on the Rise

The values and leasing costs for aircraft engines are generally on an upward trajectory, particularly for the latest generation of models. As 2024 nears its end, the aircraft engine market is experiencing notable shifts driven by supply constraints, growing demand for new-generation engines, and an uptick in maintenance activity for…

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October 21, 2024

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OEMs, Airlines Are Increasingly Adapting Avionics to a WiFi-Connected Sky

How inflight connectivity is reshaping cockpits and airline strategy. The modern traveler’s expectations have evolved significantly over the past decade, with inflight Internet connectivity becoming a critical component of the passenger experience. No longer is WiFi a luxury—it’s a necessity for business professionals, families, and entertainment seekers alike. As passengers…

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October 21, 2024

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Avionics MRO Faces Growing Backlog, Weighing on Aircraft Readiness and Values

The growing challenge of avionics sophistication is affecting MRO demand, aircraft readiness, and airline profitability. The backlog of avionics maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) work is growing, with direct consequences for aircraft readiness and airline profitability. Furthermore, the MRO burden is having a ripple effect on aircraft base values and…

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October 21, 2024

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Heads-Up Display (HUD) Avionics Systems Increasingly Prevalent in Cockpits

Heads-Up Display (HUD) avionics are increasingly being adopted across different aircraft models to enhance operational efficiency and safety, particularly during challenging flight conditions. Based on current and future orders, a specific HUD product that’s increasingly adopted by several commercial airlines is the Rockwell Collins Head-Up Guidance System (HGS). This HUD…

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October 21, 2024

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ATR 42-600 Values, Lease Rates Kept Aloft by Niche Appeal

The ATR 42-600 is a regional turboprop aircraft developed by ATR (Aerei da Trasporto Regionale), a joint venture between France’s Aérospatiale and Italy’s Aeritalia. Introduced in 1985, the ATR 42 family evolved with several versions, and the -600 variant was first delivered in 2012. This modern iteration is still in…

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October 21, 2024

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Demand for the Boeing 737-400SF in Decline

The values and lease rates of this aging model are on a downward trajectory. The B737-400SF is a converted freighter variant of the 737-400, which is part of the 737 Classic series. The 737-400SF is experiencing declining base values and lease rates as it faces new competitive threats. The B737-400…

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October 21, 2024

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Airbus A321XLR Enjoying Greater Popularity

This Extra Long Range variant is increasingly in demand, catching Boeing on the back foot. The Airbus A321XLR (Extra Long Range) is a narrow-body jet designed to offer extended range capabilities, typically for long-haul flights. It was launched as an evolution of the A321neo family, with its introduction into production…

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October 21, 2024

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Inventory Levels Easing for Newer Models, Rising for Older Ones

The global aviation industry’s recovery is reducing inventory for advanced aircraft, pushing up their values and lease rates. But older aircraft are an exception. Used aircraft inventory levels have generally been declining as demand for air travel recovers post-pandemic, leading to an increase in aircraft retirements and a tightening supply.…

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October 21, 2024

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