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Landing Gear Scarcity Hits A320neo, 737 MAX

May 27, 2026

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Key Takeaways

A320neo and 737 MAX landing gear supply is extremely limited.
Older aircraft like A320ceo and 737NG have ample supply.
Teardown activity is not easing the shortage.
Demand for A321neo landing gear is particularly strong.

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Strategic Implications

The scarcity of A320neo and 737 MAX landing gear may indicate a shift towards long-term OEM and MRO agreements, which could benefit larger operators and OEMs. This trend suggests a growing reliance on forward planning and strategic partnerships in the aftermarket, which may lead to increased costs for smaller carriers.

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What Happened

Narrowbody Aftermarket Faces Supply Crunch Amid Surging Demand

A growing shortage of narrowbody landing gears, especially for newer aircraft like the A320neo and 737 MAX, is becoming a serious constraint for the aftermarket. According to Eigirdas Keblikas, vice president of asset trading and leasing at Magnetic Trading, the gap between older and newer aircraft markets has widened significantly, with supply for newer aircraft being extremely limited. This shortage is not being eased by teardown activity, and demand differences between aircraft variants are playing a significant role. The situation could become even more challenging in the future, with aircraft delivered between 2015 and 2019 requiring major landing gear overhauls between 2027 and 2030. This article was first reported by Aviation Week.

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