ILFC Delivers Its 250th 737NG to China Airlines
ILFC Delivers Its 250th737NG to China Airlines
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), a wholly owned subsidiary of American International Group, Inc. (NYS: AIG) , announced today it has delivered the first of three new Boeing 737-800 aircraft to China Airlines, boosting the airline's capacity to expand its flight route network by adding new, modern aircraft to its fleet.
ILFC Chief Executive Officer Henri Courpron commented, "ILFC is pleased to have a strong and mutually beneficial partnership with China Airlines, which supports the airline's growth and success in their markets. This partnership also demonstrates ILFC focus on Asia Pacific offering the most modern aircraft in the market today."
"Currently China Airlines are faced with robust demand in its regional operations, including cross-strait, Japan, Korea and Northeast Asia markets. We are pleased to have the opportunity to continue work with our longtime partner ILFC to introduce our new leased 737-800. These additional 737-800s offer the highest degree of operational flexibility and economy, and will allow China Airlines to further strengthen its competitiveness in the short-haul service," said China Airlines Chairman Huang-Hsiang Sun.
Delivery was completed on April 16, 2013, and represents the first of three Boeing 737-800 aircraft deliveries, which will be taking place between now and June 2013. Equipped with engines manufactured by CFM International, this is ILFC's 250th 737NG delivered aircraft.
About China Airlines
Headquartered at Taoyuan International Airport near Taipei, China Airlines is Taiwan's largest airline company and one of Asia's leading carriers. A member of SkyTeam since 2011, China Airlines is proud to offer one of the most exquisite services combining the elegance of Chinese culture with advanced modern comfort. The added flavor also includes Taiwan's most famous local delicacies and Chinese cuisines, and one of the most exquisite and attentive aircrew in the region. Since its founding in 1959, China Airlines has grown to become one of Asia's leading carriers. www.china-airlines.com
About ILFC
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is a global market leader in the leasing and remarketing of commercial aircraft. With approximately 1,000 owned and managed aircraft and commitments to purchase 244 new high-demand, fuel-efficient aircraft and rights to purchase an additional 50 A320neo family aircraft, ILFC is the world's largest independent aircraft lessor. ILFC leases aircraft to approximately 200 airlines in more than 80 countries and provides part-out and engine leasing services through its subsidiary, AeroTurbine. ILFC operates from offices in Los Angeles, Amsterdam, Beijing, Dublin, Miami, Seattle, and Singapore. ILFC is a wholly owned subsidiary of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). www.ilfc.com Twitter: @ILFCGlobal
About AIG
AIG is the world's largest insurance organization, serving more than 88 million customers in more than 130 countries and jurisdictions around the world. AIG businesses are market leaders in property casualty insurance, life insurance and retirement services, mortgage insurance, and aircraft leasing. Additional information about AIG can be found at www.aig.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/aig Twitter: @AIG_LatestNews LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/aig
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