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Industry analysts believe Boeing 757s have an attractive value proposition and are still a long-term investment for the air cargo sector – despite being elderly assets.

In March, Illinois-based aviation services company AAR Corp announced buying nine 757-200s, equipped with 18 RB211 engines,  signalling a potential ...

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  • Clive Soper

    April 25, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    I guess we’re nearing the end of the 757 conversion cycle with the A321 building momentum, being more efficient and a big chunk cheaper to operate whilst feedstock is increasing and feeding in.

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