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Akasa Air signs lease deal with BOC Aviation for three jets

What they do

Akasa Air operates a domestic and international commercial airline network centered around a fuel-efficient single-aisle fleet

The airline signed a second lease agreement with BOC Aviation for three additional Boeing 737-8200 jets to be delivered by late 2026

The partnership supports the airline's fleet expansion strategy as it builds its presence in the domestic and international aviation markets

Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation finalized a fresh pact with Akasa Air to supply three extra Boeing 737-8200 airplanes.
The arrangement follows a purchase-and-leaseback structure, with scheduled delivery of the craft before the conclusion of 2026.
Every single one of the trio will feature CFM LEAP-1B propulsion units designed to optimize fuel usage.
This pact expands upon an initial leasing arrangement agreed upon by the two entities during November of the preceding year.
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The ongoing fleet expansion aligns with the carrier's broader strategy to scale operations across domestic destinations and international routes.

Operates a scheduled commercial airline offering passenger transportation across domestic and international routes.
Maintains a fleet centered on Boeing 737 MAX aircraft equipped with fuel-efficient CFM LEAP-1B engines.
Serves dozens of destinations across India alongside international cities such as Doha, Jeddah, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait City, Phuket, and Hanoi.

Take delivery of three additional Boeing 737-8200 aircraft by the end of 2026.
Continue expanding domestic network connectivity and international destinations.

BOC Aviation (lead) — Singapore-based aircraft leasing company with a large global portfolio of owned, managed, and ordered aircraft.

Customers: Travellers booking domestic and regional flights
How it makes money: Sells passenger air tickets and related travel services
What sets it apart: Emphasis on customer experience, safety, reliability, and newer aircraft