AerCap leases three 737‑8 MAX and two 737‑800NGs to South Africa's FlySafair

At the Dubai Airshow on 18 November, lessor AerCap signed leases with South Africa's FlySafair for three new Boeing 737‑8 MAX aircraft, scheduled for delivery beginning Q1 2028, and two 737‑800NGs expected from Q3 2026 — FlySafair's first MAXs and a targeted narrowbody capacity boost.

Discovered 2025-11-17T23:17:10.968567-08:00 | 2025-11-17T23:17:10.968567-08:00

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  • FlySafair will add five narrowbodies — three 737‑8 MAX (deliveries from Q1 2028) and two 737‑800NG (from Q3 2026) — marking its first MAXs and a measurable near‑term capacity increase; this aligns with Boeing's broader MAX momentum in Africa (see recent MAX orders at the Dubai Airshow).
  • The placement highlights AerCap's role in enabling carrier fleet growth through leasing even as OEM output and widebody availability remain constrained (context: AerCap CEO on supply tightness).
  • The deal is part of a wider regional fleet renewal trend and increased aftermarket activity across Africa, complementing recent support and leasing deals on the continent (see Embraer's support agreement with Airlink).

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