The DoT published their B43 inventory update covering the year-end 2022. Here’s our updated model.
Unsurprisingly there are data gaps, and we filled this with third-party sources—for example, aircraft age.
The move into and out of the pandemic is especially interesting. Each airline reacted differently and played the cards they had to work with. Some airlines parked fleets permanently (American). Others went to the market and bought second-hand models of what they already flying. Fascinating stuff if you are an avgeek – but isn’t that why you’re here?
Co-Founder AirInsight. My previous life includes stints at Shell South Africa, CIC Research, and PA Consulting. Got bitten by the aviation bug and ended up an Avgeek. Then the data bug got me, making me a curious Avgeek seeking data-driven logic. Also, I appreciate conversations with smart people from whom I learn so much. Summary: I am very fortunate to work with and converse with great people.
