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FLORIDA- Azorra and Delta Material Services (DMS) have formed a strategic partnership to dismantle Airbus A220-300 aircraft. This is to address the severe parts shortage affecting the global aviation industry.
This unprecedented move marks the first time a lessor has developed such a solution for the A220 model. This innovative parts-harvesting solution underscores the severity of the current aviation supply chain crisis.
Photo- Azorra & DMS; Compiled by Aviation A2ZDelta and Azorra Scrapping A220
Azorra presents itself as a relationship-driven aircraft lessor providing leasing, financing, fleet transition, and asset management solutions to aircraft investors, financiers, and airline operators worldwide.
The company currently owns and manages a fleet of more than 100 aircraft. The total commitments exceed 160 aircraft, including orders for new Airbus A220-100/300 and Embraer E190/195-E2.
This innovative parts harvesting solution demonstrates how industry players are developing creative approaches to minimize operational disruptions. In addition to this, they can maximize asset value.
Photo- Mztourist; Wikimedia CommonsFormer EgyptAir A220
In February 2024, Azorra acquired twelve A220-300 jets from the Egyptian carrier Egypt Air (MS). Egypt Air had retired the aircraft type due to low availability issues. Following the acquisition, Azorra transferred 3 of these aircraft to Breeze Airways (MX) and one to Cyprus Airways (CY), while seven others remained in Cairo, awaiting future deployment.
The 12th aircraft, formerly registered as SU-GFA, was flown to the United States (US) and received the new registration N560AZ. This particular jet has been stationed at Blytheville Arkansas International Airport (BYH) since December. Arkansas Airport is a location with maintenance and repair facilities, suggesting it was earmarked for the dismantling project.
The agreement between Azorra and DMS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines (DL), aims to help resolve the parts shortages contributing to global Aircraft on-ground (AOG) challenges. The aircraft has been delivered and is currently undergoing teardown to support the repair needs of Delta Air Lines’ fleet and other airlines.
“This strategic partnership with DMS is a clear example of Azorra’s creativity in helping alleviate the challenges seen across commercial aviation today… Airlines globally are working through AOG disruptions, and we’re proud to play a role in helping our partners overcome these.”
Ron Baur, President, Azorra
Photo- Delta News Hub; Wikimedia CommonsEngine Leasing Arrangements
In addition to harvesting parts from the airframe, Azorra has leased the aircraft’s engines to Delta (DL) to support the airline’s existing A220 fleet. This comprehensive approach maximizes the value of the asset while addressing multiple supply chain challenges simultaneously.
“Our collaboration with Azorra is vital to ensuring we minimize the disruption caused by the parts shortages and supply chain issues our industry faces. This innovative approach highlights the value of working with our stakeholders to share ideas and address current challenges to benefit all parties.”
Mike McBride, Vice President of Maintenance Operations, DMS
Photo- Delta Global SolutionsFuture Possibilities
Azorra has not disclosed whether the aircraft dismantling process is permanent or if the A220-300 might be reconstructed and returned to service after the parts supply situation normalizes. The company maintains its confidence in the aircraft type despite this unusual move.
“We’re big believers in the Airbus A220, and it remains a highly valuable and important asset to Azorra,” Baur explained. “Parting out this used airframe and leasing its engine is a creative solution that will generate long-term opportunity for the A220 to continue to thrive. We are honored to partner with an industry leader such as DMS to create this win-win result for our A220 customers.”
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