In the March issue of Freighter Trends, Pascal Parant, Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer, and Valentina Pilshchikova, Engines and Parts Sales Trading Manager at Vallair, discuss the expanding teardown market amid supply chain constraints.
Ongoing supply chain disruptions and long OEM lead times are driving strong demand for aircraft teardown, making USM a critical source of parts for airlines and MROs, Pascal shares.
“USM is recognised as one of the only viable alternatives to supply chain disruptions, price increases, and value generation through teardown activity. However, the lack of suitable aircraft for disassembly is constraining the market.”
Competition for mid-life aircraft is intensifying, Valentina adds, as companies seek teardown assets, with limited supply boosting prices.
“Competition is increasing for mid-life narrowbody aircraft suitable for teardown. Aircraft such as the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320-200 are being operated longer, keeping demand for teardown-derived parts strong.”
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