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    Acquisition of the A321 XLR
    Roland BergerTransport & Logistics25 min6 steps

    Acquisition of the A321 XLR

    Profitability analysis of the acquisition of a new aircraft for an airline.

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    The brief

    Your client is AeroFly, a European airline specializing in regional and domestic routes. The CEO has contacted you because they are considering the acquisition of the Airbus A321XLR, a new narrow-body aircraft with an extra-long range. This aircraft would allow for connecting secondary hubs to long-haul destinations with a limited passenger capacity. The air transport market is constantly evolving, with strong pressure on profitability and a search for new growth opportunities.

    The client's question

    The CEO would like you to evaluate the strategic relevance and profitability of such an acquisition, with a target return on investment (ROI) within 3 years.

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