EirTrade Aviation has started the disassembly of its first B777-300ER in Knock. The aircraft, previously operated by EVA Air, was ferried from Teipei to Ireland West Airport for disassembly on June 17.
The harvested material from the disassembled aircraft will be repaired to support EirTrade’s B777 customer base. Stock will be stored at EirTrade facilities in Dublin, Knock, and Dallas.
EirTrade plans to manage the inventory of assets from the disassembled B777-300ER for sale, lease, or exchange. They have several other B777 aircraft in the pipeline for disassembly in Q3 & Q4 this year. The aircraft’s arrival in Knock generated local excitement among the aviation community.
Lee Carey, VP Origination & Trading at EirTrade, said there is a shortage of B777-300ER material in the market and anticipates strong demand for the aircraft’s parts. The disassembly process is expected to take just 30 days. He said: “EirTrade has acquired multiple A320, A330 and E190 aircraft already this year together with several commercial aircraft engine types. In addition to this aircraft, EirTrade has several other B777 aircraft in the pipeline that are expected to be disassembled in Q3 & Q4 this year.”
