Vallair, a mature asset specialist, has finalised the sale of a CFM56-5B3/P engine (serial number 779740) to an undisclosed buyer. Recently restored to peak performance, the engine boasts full operational capability at the -5B3 thrust level, making it an ideal candidate for lease across the A320-family of aircraft.
Patrick Leopold, Director of Asset Management at Vallair, highlights the engine’s suitability for lease amid rising demand, limited availability in engine shops, and extended turnaround times. The engine’s overhaul ensures its readiness for immediate use, meeting the increasing demand for this engine type.
Vallair’s strategic focus includes the acquisition of airframes and aircraft primarily for teardown, managed by experienced engineers at specialised facilities in Châteauroux and Montpellier, France. Recently, the company inaugurated a new engines teardown facility in Châteauroux, aligned with its commitment to maximising asset value and customer satisfaction.
Vallair, headquartered in Luxembourg with facilities in Châteauroux and Montpellier, offers integrated support for mature aircraft, engines, and major components. Through its seven business units, Vallair provides cost-effective solutions for aircraft operators and owners worldwide, encompassing trading & leasing, cargo conversions, aircraft MRO, engines, aerostructures & painting, material management, and aircraft disassembly. The company is a key player in cargo conversion, trading, and leasing across narrow-body, wide-body and regional aircraft segments.
