12 Mar 2026
#2 March 2026: Irish Aircraft Leasing Newsletter
Aergo Capital Acquires Boeing 737-800 from BBAM
Aergo Capital completed the acquisition of a Boeing 737-800 (MSN 37593) from BBAM. The aircraft is currently on lease to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. The transaction represents the third closing within a four-aircraft portfolio acquisition. Aergo noted the deal as part of its strategy to grow its portfolio with in-demand narrowbody aircraft supported by established airline operators.
Aviation Capital Group Signs Agreements to Acquire 24-Aircraft Portfolio from Avolon
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) signed definitive agreements with Avolon to acquire a portfolio of 24 aircraft. The portfolio includes 18 narrowbody aircraft, of which 12 are new-technology models, and 6 new-technology widebody aircraft. As of February 1, 2026, the portfolio has an average age of approximately 4.5 years and an average remaining lease term of around 8.9 years. The aircraft are currently leased to 17 airlines across 16 countries, including four new airline customers for ACG.
Abelo Delivers ATR72-500 to Air Navigator Group
Abelo delivered an ATR72-500 (MSN 762) to the Air Navigator Group. The aircraft will support the company’s regional subsidiary, Aerlink, as it expands its Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) operations in Australia.
Acumen’s Take
On Aergo’s Narrowbody Portfolio Strategy
The acquisition of a leased Boeing 737-800 highlights continued investor interest in mid-life narrowbody aircraft with stable lease profiles. Such assets remain attractive due to their proven operating economics and strong secondary market demand.
On ACG’s Portfolio Acquisition from Avolon
Large-scale portfolio transactions between major lessors underline the liquidity and maturity of the aircraft trading market. Young, new-technology aircraft with long lease terms continue to attract institutional capital seeking predictable cash flows.
On ATR72 Regional Demand
Deliveries of turboprop aircraft for specialised operations such as FIFO services demonstrate the enduring relevance of regional aircraft in niche markets where efficiency, flexibility and operating cost advantages are critical.
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