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Aircraft Maintenance Reserves: Essential for Asset Protection (Part 2)

Maintenance Reserves (MRs), sometimes called Maintenance Rent, are a key component of commercial aircraft operating leases used to mitigate credit risk and protect the lessor's asset value. These reserves serve as a mechanism to account for the maintenance utility consumed on high-cost aircraft components, particularly in the event of an airline default. Major scheduled maintenance events typically covered by MRs include Airframe Heavy Structural Inspections, Landing Gear Overhauls, Engine Performance Restoration, Engine Life Limited Parts (LLPs) replacements, and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) restoration. For both lessors and lessees, forecasting MRs is critical for effective asset management and budgeting, helping to determine how much money must be budgeted for maintenance and what financial implications exist at the time of redelivery. MR payments are typically calculated on a monthly, flight hour, or flight cycle basis, resulting in MR Rates derived from dividing the cost of a major maintenance event by its performance interval. While essential, reserves are often the most contentious part of a lease negotiation, as the lessor views them as a cost-covering exercise, while the lessee sees them as a burden on cash flow. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is based on general principles and expert analysis concerning aircraft maintenance reserve development and forecasting. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or professional advice. Specific lease provisions, negotiated rates, and actual costs may vary significantly. Learn more about managing aircraft maintenance reserves and forecasting complex maintenance cash flows. Contact AEROPODA today at [email protected] and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more expert insights! #AircraftLeasing #MaintenanceReserves #MaintenanceRent #AviationFinance #AircraftMaintenance #LessorLessee #AEROPODA #AssetManagement