Boeing delivers on 100th 737-800 BCF order to AerCap

Boeing and AerCap have announced delivery of the 100th contracted 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) to the world’s largest lessor, AerCap.

The 100th 737-800BCF was converted at Boeing Shanghai Aviation…


100th 737-800 BCF

Boeing and AerCap have announced delivery of the 100th contracted 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) to the world’s largest lessor, AerCap.

The 100th 737-800BCF was converted at Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services (BSAS), home to the first 737-800BCF conversion line.

AerCap Cargo has leased the aircraft to GOL Linhas Aéreas, as part of the growth strategy and logistics solution of GOLLOG, GOL´s logistics business unit. GOL will operate the freighter for a Latin American e-commerce company.

‘Significant milestone’

“We are delighted to be a part of this significant milestone with our partners at Boeing,” said Rich Greener, head of AerCap Cargo.

“Since launching the 737-800BCF program with Boeing in 2016, the e-commerce market has grown at a phenomenal rate with increased demand from e-commerce retail businesses. Thanks to its versatility and reliability, the 737-800BCF is becoming the workhorse for express air cargo and e-commerce networks.”

Launch customer for Boeing’s 737-800BCF

In 2016, AerCap Cargo was the launch customer for Boeing’s 737-800BCF programme. Today, AerCap Cargo has the largest fleet of 737-800BCFs with 65 firm orders and nine options.

“We are honoured to celebrate this milestone with AerCap Cargo, a customer that has been an integral part of the 737-800BCF programme’s success since programme launch,” said Kate Schaefer, vice president of Boeing’s Commercial Modifications, Engineering & Specialty Products business.

“Across five continents, our customers’ 737-800BCF utilization hours are far surpassing those of the previous generation fleet. It’s a testament to the important role these freighters play in unlocking market opportunities for our air cargo operators and their customers.”
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