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Airbus A321neo — CFM LEAP-1A / PW1100G-JM

Airbus A321neo Market Value — 2026

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Airbus A321neo Market Overview — Q3 2026

The Airbus A321neo is the highest-demand narrowbody in the global market and the most liquid NEO asset for lessors and airlines. Airbus delivery slots are sold out for years, so near-term delivery positions change hands at a scarcity premium and sale-and-leaseback pricing is very competitive. Monthly lease rates for new deliveries are around USD 460K and above, but rising funding costs have compressed lessor yields. The GTF-powered variant (PW1100G) carries a persistent discount to LEAP-1A equivalents because of engine durability issues and powder-metal inspections.

Indicative CMV Ranges — Q3 2026 (USD)

New-delivery slot — asking prices (Q4 2026)USD 70M – 75M
New aircraft — market valueUSD 54M – 61M
4–6 year old aircraft, LEAP-1AUSD 47M – 53M
4–6 year old aircraft, PW1100G (GTF)USD 43M – 49M
10-year-old aircraft (estimate)USD 37M – 45M
GTF units with powder-metal ESN exposureCase-by-case — material impact

CMV vs Transaction Price: The Spread

Conservative CMVMarket CMV rangeSeller asking price

Delivery-slot asking prices include a scarcity premium and are not closing prices. Market value is derived from current lease rates at lease rate factors of 0.75–0.85% per month, reflecting today’s higher interest rates.

Key Value Factors

LEAP-1A vs PW1100G (GTF)

Engine variant creates the main value split. LEAP-1A units trade around USD 4M above GTF equivalents due to better time on wing and the absence of the GTF durability issues.

Delivery Slot Scarcity

With Airbus production sold out, near-term delivery positions command a premium over the market value of a delivered aircraft. Large lessors are locking in 2032–2035 positions directly with the manufacturer.

Lease Rate & Funding Cost

New A321neos lease at around USD 460K per month and above. Higher funding costs mean the price an investor can pay depends heavily on its cost of capital.

ACF and LR/XLR Configuration

Airbus Cabin Flex (ACF) doors, additional centre tanks and higher MTOW widen route applicability and lessee demand.

First Engine Shop Visit

Early deliveries are approaching their first performance restoration. Time to the first shop visit and LLP status are key value drivers.

Documentation & Records

Complete back-to-birth records and delivery documentation remain critical for transition between lessees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a new Airbus A321neo worth in 2026?+

Near-term delivery slots are being offered at around USD 70M–75M. The market value of a new aircraft, based on lease rates of USD 460K+ per month, is around USD 54M–61M.

LEAP-1A or PW1100G — how big is the value gap?+

Around USD 4M per aircraft in favour of LEAP-1A for 4–6 year old units (USD 47M–53M vs USD 43M–49M).

What is the lease rate for an A321neo?+

Around USD 460K per month and above for new deliveries, and roughly USD 370K–420K for 4–7 year old aircraft.

What inputs do I need for an A321neo valuation?+

Year of manufacture, engine variant and serial numbers, airframe hours and cycles, time since last engine shop visit and LLP status, and C-check status.

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