The Brisbane-based carrier has announced a substantial AUD $160 million (USD $113.2 million) non-cash impairment charge tied to its long-serving Fokker fleet and associated spare parts.
In practical terms, the airline is formally recognizing that its Fokker 70 and Fokker 100 aircraft are approaching the end of their useful economic life. These distinctive T-tail jets will be progressively retired as the company continues its transition to the more modern Embraer E190.
The Fokker Era at Alliance
Current fleet in service:
12 Fokker 70s
24 Fokker 100s
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Impairment breakdown: AUD $130 million attributed to the aircraft themselves, plus AUD $30 million related to engines and spare parts inventory.
While the Fokkers are being phased out, Alliance’s growing E190 fleet has recently been valued at AUD $67 million above book value, underscoring its central role in the airline’s future strategy.
For years, Alliance Airlines has been one of the last major operators keeping the Dutch-built Fokker 100 flying—especially across Australia’s rugged interior, long after the type disappeared from many other markets. Watching these workhorses enter their twilight years marks the end of a remarkable chapter in regional aviation, and it’s sure to stir mixed emotions among aviation enthusiasts.
While the Fokkers are being phased out, Alliance’s growing E190 fleet has recently been valued at AUD $67 million above book value, underscoring its central role in the airline’s future strategy.
For years, Alliance Airlines has been one of the last major operators keeping the Dutch-built Fokker 100 flying—especially across Australia’s rugged interior, long after the type disappeared from many other markets. Watching these workhorses enter their twilight years marks the end of a remarkable chapter in regional aviation, and it’s sure to stir mixed emotions among aviation enthusiasts.
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