Boeing doubles its 737-800BCF volume with ASL
Dublin-based ASL Aviation Holdings and Boeing have announced an order for up to 20 additional 737-800 Boeing converted freighters (BCF). The agreement is for ten firm orders and ten purchase rights. This second order for this model including options will bring ASL's total 737-800BCF orders and commitments with Boeing to 40 aircraft.
Dave Andrew, chief executive, ASL Aviation Holdings: "This new order is an important element of our fleet renewal programme. The 737-800BCF offers increased reliability and performance, and equally its lower fuel burn reduces our environmental footprint."
The 737-800BCF carries more payload (up to 23.9 t) and flies farther – 2,025 nautical miles (3,750 km) – compared to 737 classic freighters. The aircraft will be converted by Boeing at approved MRO sites including Staeco in Jinan, China and at Boeing's London Gatwick MRO facility in UK. (ah)