Vallair, provider of integrated support for mature aircraft, engines and major components, has completed the sale of a CFM56-5B3/P engine to an undisclosed customer.

Vallair says the engine, with serial number 779740, is fresh from performance restoration with full life remaining at -5B3 thrust level, and is a perfect candidate for lease across the A320 family of aircraft.

Patrick Leopold, director of asset management at Vallair, said: “The demand for this engine type is strong and steadily increasing due to very high engine shop visit demand, current limited engine shop availability, long turnaround times, and labour shortages among other factors.

“This newly overhauled engine, with full operational capability across all thrust levels, will be put on lease.”

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