Signs Of Overcapacity Not Affecting Aftermarket—Yet

Southwest aircraft in hangar

As OEMs struggle to deliver new aircraft, older ones are keeping hangars busy.

Credit: Southwest Airlines
Some airlines are pulling down capacity amid signs of softening demand, but aftermarket providers should not see the moves as a precursor to an imminent downturn. That is the consensus of industry executives and financial analysts following a generally positive midyear earnings report season. “We...
Sean Broderick

Senior Air Transport & Safety Editor Sean Broderick covers aviation safety, MRO, and the airline business from Aviation Week Network's Washington, D.C. office.

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