AerCap and JD Airlines Secure Monumental Deal for Boeing Converted Freighters

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

AerCap Holdings N.V. Secures Lease Agreements for Four Boeing Converted Freighter Aircraft with JD AirlinesAerCap Holdings N.V. has inked lease deals for four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCFs) with JD Airlines, the cargo arm of JD Logistics, part of JD.com, a prominent technology-driven supply chain company in China. These aircraft, slated for delivery in 2024, will serve JD Logistics, operating from Nantong Xingdong International Airport and connecting key economic centers like Nantong, Beijing, Shenzhen, and Wuxi across Asia.

AerCap currently has three 737-800BCF aircraft on lease to JD Airlines.

Commenting on the agreement, Rich Greener, the Head of AerCap Cargo, said, “We are delighted to announce this new agreement with JD Airlines, marking an exciting expansion of our business relationship. The addition of these four 737-800BCF aircraft to their fleet will enable JD Airlines to respond to the ever-growing demand for e-commerce and express deliveries. We wish the JD Airlines team continued success and look forward to many more years of successful collaboration.”

AerCap Cargo Boasts Over Three Decades of Freight Leasing Expertise, Completing Over 100 Successful Conversions With a track record spanning more than 30 years, AerCap Cargo is a seasoned player in freighter leasing, specializing in Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversions. They have achieved over 100 successful conversions, solidifying their position as a leader in the industry.