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Aviation Capital Group Re-Leases Eight A320neo Aircraft in Colombia

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced that it has signed leases with Avianca for eight Airbus A320neo aircraft.

Key Points: 
  • Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced that it has signed leases with Avianca for eight Airbus A320neo aircraft.
  • All eight aircraft are powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines and are scheduled for delivery in 2023.
  • “We are excited about expanding our relationship with Avianca and seeing these aircraft continue to serve passengers in Colombia as well as across the Avianca network,” said Tom Baker, Chief Executive Officer and President of ACG.
  • “Avianca’s plan is to connect Colombia and Latin America with the world.

Air Algérie Orders Eight Boeing 737 MAX Jets, Commits To Two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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The Algerian flag carrier also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF) to meet increasing cargo demand in the region.

Key Points: 
  • The Algerian flag carrier also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF) to meet increasing cargo demand in the region.
  • "This order will contribute to the development of the Air Algérie fleet," said Yacine Benslimane, general manager of Air Algérie.
  • Air Algérie operates a single-aisle fleet of more than 30 737-500, 737-600 and 737-800 jets.
  • "In addition, the highly reliable and capable 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters will enable Air Algerie to capture growing cargo opportunities, expanding beyond its passenger business."

CFM International's RISE program on track for ground and flight tests mid-decade

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Saturday, June 17, 2023
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The CFM RISE program targets more than 20 percent better fuel efficiency with 20 percent lower CO2 emissions compared to the most efficient engines in service today.

Key Points: 
  • The CFM RISE program targets more than 20 percent better fuel efficiency with 20 percent lower CO2 emissions compared to the most efficient engines in service today.
  • As a result of testing progress, CFM is on track for ground and flight tests in the middle of this decade.
  • We are on track to the ground and flight tests around the middle of the decade with a thorough test plan that includes open fan aeroacoustics modeling this year.
  • CFM's parent companies, GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, have more than 1,000 engineers globally supporting development of RISE program technologies.

GE Aerospace runs one of the world's largest supercomputer simulations to test revolutionary new open fan engine architecture

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Saturday, June 17, 2023
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By coupling GE Aerospace's computational fluid dynamics software with Frontier, GE was able to simulate air movement of a full-scale open fan design with incredible detail.

Key Points: 
  • By coupling GE Aerospace's computational fluid dynamics software with Frontier, GE was able to simulate air movement of a full-scale open fan design with incredible detail.
  • GE Aerospace's use of supercomputing power and software tools are helping engineers understand open fan aerodynamic and acoustic physics in new ways.
  • As a result, GE can improve test hardware designs and better optimize engine performance and airframe integration.
  • *RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) is a trademark of CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines.

Aviation Capital Group Announces Delivery of One A320neo to SAS

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced the delivery of one new Airbus A320neo aircraft on long-term lease to Scandinavian Airlines (“SAS”).

Key Points: 
  • Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced the delivery of one new Airbus A320neo aircraft on long-term lease to Scandinavian Airlines (“SAS”).
  • Featuring CFM International LEAP-1A engines, this is the third of ten aircraft scheduled to deliver to the airline as part of a multiple-aircraft sale-leaseback transaction between ACG and SAS.
  • This press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230530005678/en/
    Airbus A320neo leased by Aviation Capital Group to Scandinavian Airlines (Photo: Business Wire)

SAUDIA Participates in SkyTeam's Sustainable Flight Challenge 2023 in Joint Effort to Make Aviation Cleaner

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Sunday, May 21, 2023
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"We are extremely proud to be part of an alliance, SkyTeam, who has always put sustainability at the heart of its strategy.

Key Points: 
  • "We are extremely proud to be part of an alliance, SkyTeam, who has always put sustainability at the heart of its strategy.
  • SAUDIA hopes to help fast-track the fight against climate change thanks to this collaborative challenge led by SkyTeam.
  • In last year's edition, SAUDIA won the 'best customer engagement' and 'best employee engagement' awards.
  • SAUDIA was also a finalist in three other categories: 'greatest CO2 reduction medium-haul', 'lowest CO2 emissions ground-handling' and 'best sustainable innovation (in-flight)'.

Avolon Commits to Ordering 40 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, announces a commitment to order 40 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Key Points: 
  • Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, announces a commitment to order 40 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
  • Avolon delivered the first 737 MAX in 2017, along with the one thousandth 737 MAX earlier this year.
  • This commitment builds on our strong relationship with Boeing and demonstrates our confidence in the long-term demand for this aircraft type.
  • The 737 MAX provides Avolon’s customers with greater flexibility across their networks, while reducing fuel use and emissions by up to 20% compared to the aircraft they will replace.

Aviation Capital Group Announces Delivery of One A320neo to SAS

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced the delivery of one new Airbus A320neo aircraft on long-term lease to Scandinavian Airlines (“SAS”).

Key Points: 
  • Aviation Capital Group LLC (“ACG”) announced the delivery of one new Airbus A320neo aircraft on long-term lease to Scandinavian Airlines (“SAS”).
  • Featuring CFM International LEAP-1A engines, this is the second of ten aircraft scheduled to deliver to the airline as part of a multiple-aircraft sale-leaseback transaction between ACG and SAS.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230331005338/en/
    Aviation Capital Group Announces Delivery of One A320neo to SAS (Photo: Business Wire)
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable federal securities laws.
  • Such statements speak only as of the time when made, and ACG undertakes no obligation to update any such statement unless required by law.

CFM and ST Engineering sign service agreement to expand LEAP open MRO network

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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ST Engineering is the first provider in Asia to join the LEAP MRO network under a CBSA agreement.

Key Points: 
  • ST Engineering is the first provider in Asia to join the LEAP MRO network under a CBSA agreement.
  • ST Engineering has been a LEAP MRO network provider since 2020, providing quick turns for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines.
  • “CFM is excited that ST Engineering is expanding its role within the LEAP MRO network as a CBSA provider," said Tom Levin, VP of CFM Commercial Programs for CFM parent company GE Aerospace.
  • As a CBSA provider, ST Engineering will be able to offer deep and broad LEAP OEM service solutions to drive down maintenance lifecycle costs, and provide fully-integrated overhaul and parts repair services for LEAP engines to our customers.”
    “This CBSA agreement will enable ST Engineering to expand its LEAP capabilities within the CFM MRO global network,” said Nicolas Potier, VP Support & Services for CFM Parent company Safran Aircraft Engines.

CFM and StandardAero expand LEAP open MRO network

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Under the terms of the agreement, StandardAero will provide the full scope of LEAP Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) services for operators worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of the agreement, StandardAero will provide the full scope of LEAP Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) services for operators worldwide.
  • This experience and their reputation as a highly respected MRO provider will help strengthen the CFM open network," said Tom Levin, VP of CFM Commercial Programs for CFM parent company GE Aerospace.
  • “We are proud they are joining the LEAP open MRO ecosystem and anticipate that StandardAero will make significant contributions to the continued development of world-class support for the LEAP engine throughout its lifecycle.”
    “We are delighted to add LEAP MRO capabilities in the U.S. through this major partnership with StandardAero,” said Nicolas Potier, VP Support & Services for CFM parent company SAE.
  • More than 5,000 LEAP engines have been delivered to customers, and CFM has around 10,000 LEAP engines in backlog.