By exploring trends in engine stand usage and staying informed on stand availability, aviation organizations can plan ahead to ensure they always have the stands they need for key services and maintenance events.
This article explores trends in engine stand usage from January and February 2026, informed by data from EngineStands.com
Engine Stand Usage Trends in January and February 2026
With industry changes and economic uncertainty still rampant in the first two months of 2026, several industry observations point to key trends in engine stand usage at the beginning of this year.
Usage for Narrowbody and Widebody Aircraft Platforms
For example, as legacy narrowbody platforms dominate the market, they also take up a significant portion of engine stand usage and shop throughput. As reports from EngineStands.com observe, CFM56-7B engine stands show 97% utilization. These engines power the Boeing 737NG family, including:
- 737-600
- 737-700
- 737-800
- 737-900
The reports also note that CFM56-5A/B engine stands show 95% utilization. These engines are commonly used on the Airbus A320ceo family, such as:
These platforms represent the highest engine stand occupancy levels within the dataset among narrowbody aircraft.
For widebody platforms, PQ3000-94 engine stands show 100% utilization, with recorded stand activity coming being trader driven. The PW4000-94 engine is used on Boeing 747-400 and Boeing 767 aircraft.
The Trent 700 engine stand shows 53% utilization, highlighting a lower stand occupancy than other similar platforms.
Demand for Next-Gen Engines
EngineStands.com experts share, “Across next-generation platforms, stand utilization varies from moderate to high depending on the engine type.”
For example, data shows that LEAP-1A engine stands show 93% utilization, and this dataset is entirely driven by airline data. LEAP-1A engines power aircraft like:
- Airbus A319neo
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
In addition, LEAP-1B engine stands sit at 48% utilization, showcasing a lower stand occupancy than similar next-gen engine platforms. LEAP-1B engines power the Boeing 737-MAX family, including:
EngineStands.com provides data for PW1100G and PW1500G engine stands as well, with the PW110G at 78% utilization and the PW1500G at 51% utilization.
The PW1500G is used on aircraft like the Airbus A220-100 and A220-300.
Data regarding the PW1100G engine—which powers the A320neo family—considers activity from both airlines and traders.
Airlines Maintain Highest Demand for Engine Stands
After reviewing engine stand utilization data, EngineStands.com notes that airlines make up the largest grouping of users across the dataset’s platforms, especially for aircraft like:
- A320neo family (LEAP 1-A, PW1100G)
- Boeing 737 MAX (LEAP-1B)
- Airbus A220 (PW1500G)
- A330ceo (Trent 700)
In terms of traders, usage stands out most prominently on engine stands like:
The reports also show use from aircraft lessors, most commonly for the CFM56-5A/B used on A320ceo family aircraft and A320ceo fleets using V2500 engines.
Engine Stand Utilization by Model
The following table outlines engine stand utilization by engine model:
|
Engine Stand Model
|
Utilization (%)
|
|
CFM56-3
|
25%
|
|
CFM56-5A/B
|
95%
|
|
CFM56-7B
|
97%
|
|
LEAP-1A
|
93%
|
|
LEAP-1B
|
48%
|
|
PW1100G
|
78%
|
|
PW1500G
|
51%
|
|
PW4000-94
|
100%
|
|
Trent 700
|
53%
|
|
V2500
|
72%
|
Looking Ahead to Q2 of 2026
According to EngineStands.com, several engine types show stand utilization levels above 90% within the dataset, including those powering aircraft platforms like:
- Boeing 737NG (CFM56-7B)
- Airbus A320ceo (CFM56-5A/B)
- Airbus A320neo (LEAP-1A)
EngineStands.com experts note, “When utilization approaches full stand occupancy, available stand capacity for those engine types becomes more limited, increasing the importance of advance planning for engine stand allocation and reliable partners.”
