HALO AirFinance (US) has announced the successful closing of a mezzanine loan transaction in collaboration with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (Japan), secured by a Boeing 747-8F freighter. The deal supports a US-based air cargo operator and highlights continued interest in structured aircraft financing solutions for widebody freighter assets.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, the Brazilian low-cost carrier currently undergoing restructuring proceedings, has submitted a request to the court to approve entry into a lease agreement for one Boeing 737-800BCF, bearing serial number 33551. The lease arrangement is with UMBF (Ireland) as lessor, under terms defined in a Letter of Intent (LOI). BBAM Aviation Services (Ireland) is designated as the servicer of the aircraft.
FedEx Feeder, the regional cargo arm of FedEx Express in the United States, has taken delivery of a new ATR72-600F freighter, serial number 1765. The aircraft is operated by Swiftair, based in Spain, and is powered by PW127M engines developed by Pratt & Whitney.
Astral Aviation, based in Kenya, is undertaking significant changes to its cargo fleet. The airline has decided to phase out its B757 Freighters, B727-200 Freighters, and DC9 Freighters as part of a broader strategy to modernize and streamline its operations. This move is aligned with the airline’s focus on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
Mammoth Freighters, a US-based company specializing in aircraft conversions, is actively exploring Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities across Asia as potential sites to expand its B777 freighter conversion programs. These programs include the B777-300ERMF (Extended Range Main Deck Freighter) and the B777-200LRMF (Long Range Main Deck Freighter), both of which are pivotal to the company’s growth strategy in…
German aerospace conversion specialist EFW has successfully redelivered two Airbus A330 Passenger-to-Freighter (A330P2F) aircraft from its conversion facility in Dresden. Both aircraft departed with US registrations and are set for operation with two distinct customers.
Stratos has delivered an Airbus A330-300P2F on a long-term operating lease to MNG Airlines, a Turkish cargo airline operating worldwide. The aircraft, MSN 1510, was converted into a freighter by EFW in Dresden, marking the second such conversion completed by Stratos at this facility.
SF Airlines (China) has further expanded its dedicated freighter fleet, reaching 90 aircraft with the latest delivery of a B767-300BCF at its Shenzhen base. This milestone solidifies SF Airlines’ position as China’s largest cargo airlineand strengthens its regional and international logistics capabilities.
Hanwha Aviation, a South Korean aircraft lessor, is considering adding freighters to its leasing portfolio and developing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities as part of its long-term growth strategy. The company is assessing market opportunities to expand its presence in the air cargo leasing sector while strengthening its technical service offerings.
Magma Aviation is actively exploring options to expand its own-controlled fleet, considering a range of widebody freighters to support its growing cargo operations. The company is evaluating Boeing B767-300F, B767-200F, A330-300F, A330-200F, and converted B777-300ER aircraft to enhance its capacity and network reach.
