GE Capital Aviation Services Limited (GECAS) signed an agreement to lease four Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to EVA Airways following a lease of two B777-300ER aircraft in February 2014. Delivery of the six aircraft is scheduled for 2016 and 2017.
“We have a strong and positive long-term relationship with EVA that dates back more than 10 years ago,” said Norman C.T. Liu, president and chief executive officer of GECAS. “We are delighted to help them upgrade and expand their fleet with the latest long-haul aircraft available.”
“GECAS is a leader in providing flexible solutions for the leasing and financing of aircraft. With its global expertise, GECAS continuously offers fleet solution that meets EVA’s operational and financial needs. The conclusion of leasing six B777-300ERs reflects the unique strength of GECAS and long-term mutual respectful business relationship between EVA and GECAS.” said KW Chang, chairman of EVA Airways.
GECAS currently lease 11 aircraft to EVA including three Airbus A330-200s, four A321-200 and four Boeing 747-400SF freighters. GECAS signed an agreement in 2011 to lease eight A321-200s to EVA and will deliver remaining three A321-200s later this year.
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