AerCap has signed lease agreements with FlySafair for three new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, which are scheduled for delivery beginning Q1/28, and two Boeing 737-800NG aircraft, expected to deliver beginning Q3/26. The transaction was announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025.
“We are very pleased to welcome FlySafair as a new customer to AerCap, and to support their fleet modernization plan,” Peter Anderson, the chief commercial officer of AerCap, said. “We thank the team at FlySafair for their partnership and wish them every success as they expand their network to meet growing customer demand.”
Kirby Gordon, chief marketing officer at FlySafair, said, “We’re thrilled to embark on this next stage of our fleet development with AerCap as we introduce the Boeing 737 MAX to our operations. This partnership represents a meaningful investment in efficiency, sustainability, and passenger experience.”
Anbessie Yitbarek, vice president sales and marketing for Africa, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said, “The addition of three 737 MAX airplanes marks a significant step in FlySafair’s fleet modernization journey, enabling them to enhance operational efficiency and meet growing demand for air travel. With this agreement, FlySafair will join the more than 80 airlines that fly the 737 MAX to destinations around the world. We appreciate AerCap for facilitating this partnership.”
