AerSale Leases Boeing 757-200PCF to Stratos Freight for Central Asia Routes
AerSale has leased a Boeing 757-200 Precision Converted Freighter to Stratos Freight, an all-cargo airline based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, expanding its medium-widebody freighter fleet for routes connecting China, the Middle East and Europe. This transaction leverages AerSale’s leasing and freighter conversion capabilities, boosting asset-management revenue.
1. Lease Agreement with Stratos Freight
On March 31, AerSale finalized a lease of a Boeing 757-200 Precision Converted Freighter to Stratos Freight under a multi-year agreement. The freighter will join Stratos’s medium-widebody fleet to support scheduled and charter cargo operations across Central Asia and key international routes.
2. Operational Impact for Stratos Freight
Stratos Freight, based in Tashkent, will deploy the 757-200PCF on high-demand trade lanes linking China, the Middle East and Europe. The addition enhances payload capacity and range for express and regional cargo missions, strengthening the airline’s network and service reliability.
3. Strategic Benefits for AerSale
This lease underscores AerSale’s integrated business model, combining aircraft leasing, precision freighter conversion and asset management. The transaction is expected to drive recurring lease revenue and reinforce AerSale’s position as a leading provider of tailored cargo asset solutions.