Aero Capital Solutions (ACS), a leading mid-life narrow-body aircraft and engine lessor, has announced the launch of its A321 freighter-conversion programme, as a complement to its current 40-aircraft B737-800SF P2F programme. The A321F programme is being launched in partnership with SmartLynx Airlines (Smartlynx), one of the most experienced A321 freighter operators. The addition of the programme further exemplifies ACS’ specialization and expertise in the narrow-body freighter market.
The first four A321s of the joint programme have already been initiated through sale-and-lease-back transactions between the parties, where ACS acts as a lessor and financier, while SmartLynx efficiently operates the aircraft after conversion completion.
Upon deliveries of the additional four freighters, the SmartLynx A321F fleet will reach up to 15 units. The cargo operator’s intended freighter fleet growth aligns with ACS’ expanding freighter fleet.
