Market Trends
The value of a strong A320 Family secondary market
Sustaining long-term value in an aircraft is dependent upon several interlinking factors - long-term manufacturer commitment to product development and support, sustained operational competitiveness and flexibility, commonality with other aircraft models, and of course, market success.
With reference to market success, a deep and diverse operator base ensures sustained long-term demand for new and used aircraft - with a strong secondary market being crucial in supporting long-term value for aircraft investors, while at the same time creating opportunity for operators to grow or replace with used aircraft.
A320 Family proven liquidity
Since entry into service in 1988, the A320 Family has demonstrated a growing secondary market creating opportunities for current and new A320 operators alike. Of today’s 250+ A320 Family operators, over 70 percent operate at least one used A320 Family aircraft in their fleet - not surprising given that over 6,000 A320 Family aircraft have been delivered to date and that many are owned by operating lessors.
Such is the liquidity of the A320 Family. There are an average of over 200 used lease transactions per annum with operators from flag carriers to start-ups leasing used aircraft to grow and/or replace fleets.
The bigger picture
The A320 Family offers a flexible, fuel-efficient solution for operators, providing the best level of passenger comfort and cargo capability. Latin American airlines operate all versions of the A320 Family, both new and used. A319s are proving popular with both established and start-up operators, a number of whom are replacing older generation aircraft.
A strong secondary market is crucial in creating opportunities for operators, whilst supporting long-term value for aircraft lessors and investors. Today, such attributes are inherent to the A320 Family and act to further enhance the long-term value of investing in and flying the world’s most ubiquitous single-aisle passenger aircraft.
For more information contact:
Alister Read
Senior Marketing Analyst, Leasing & Investor Marketing
alister.read@airbus.com
