As we approach the end of another month, here’s a short review of the current US airline fleet.
We monitor two key items: age and segment. We monitor age because this metric provides clues on maintenance costs and fuel burn. Like humans, aircraft don’t necessarily age well. Older airplanes consume more fuel as they get heavier and require more health care. The parallels are remarkable, right? We monitor the segment because this guides how airlines see traffic and markets evolve. For example, are airlines upgauging or right-sizing? That choice filters fleet tradeoffs quickly.
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.
