AMERICAN AIRLINES is the world”s largest airline, with Delta overtaking United to become the world's number two according to Airclaims, the Heathrow-based air transport information consultancy and claims management service provider, who has published some interesting figures. With 759 aircraft, American Airlines' fleet represents 3% of the world total, with Delta and United's current fleet at 507 and 501 aircraft respectively. Pioneering low cost carrier Southwest is in fifth position. Boeing's share of the western jet market with 11,863 aircraft and 1,097 orders, represents 63% and 33% respectively, followed by Airbus with 3,610 aircraft (19%) and 1,505 orders (45%). The 737 remains the most popular aircraft type with a total of 4,394 and a further 776 on order. The A320 family is the second most common type with 2,331 and 1,034 on order. GECAS remains the world's largest lessor with 1,500 aircraft in its fleet and 100 on order. ILFC is at number two, followed by BAE Systems Regional Aircraft Asset Management. The top 25 lessors have 21% of the world total fleet in their portfolios, with 5,400 aircraft and a further 577 on order (19% of the total).
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