Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd has announced the signing of a definitive agreement by one of its affiliates to acquire a portfolio of 64 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft from a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC). The portfolio comprises variants including the 737-8, 737-9, and 737-10, with aircraft deliveries scheduled between 2023 and 2026. While the terms of the transaction have not been disclosed, the move highlights DAE’s commitment to enhancing its aircraft fleet.
The Boeing 737 MAX family offers superior efficiency, improved environmental performance, and enhanced passenger comfort in the single-aisle market. Equipped with CFM International LEAP-1B engines and advanced technology winglets, the 737 MAX boasts a 20% reduction in fuel consumption and emissions compared to its predecessors. The largest model in the family, the 737-10, accommodates up to 230 passengers in a single-class configuration and can cover distances of up to 3,300 miles, making it suitable for a wide array of single-aisle routes.