AerSale leases Boeing 757 freighter to Stratos Freight
The Boeing 757-200PCF is deployed for cargo missions that require payload capacity and range across medium-haul sectors.
AerSale Corporation has announced the lease of a Boeing 757-200 Precision Converted Freighter aircraft to Stratos Freight, a cargo airline based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The company said the agreement supports cargo operations across Central Asia and links trade flows between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Stratos Freight operates across routes connecting China, the Middle East, and Europe. The addition of the Boeing 757-200PCF is expected to support the airline’s scheduled and charter cargo operations and expand its freighter fleet for regional and international services.
“The Boeing 757 freighter continues to be a highly versatile and efficient platform for regional cargo operations,” said Craig Wright, Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management at AerSale. “We are pleased to partner with Stratos Freight as they expand their network and strengthen their position in a rapidly growing logistics market. This lease reflects AerSale’s ability to deliver tailored asset solutions that meet the evolving needs of cargo operators worldwide.”
The Boeing 757-200PCF is deployed for cargo missions that require payload capacity and range across medium-haul sectors. AerSale stated that the aircraft will support operations on trade lanes where schedule reliability and cost control are key factors.
“We are excited to welcome the Boeing 757-200PCF into our fleet,” said Captain Mukhtar T. Khaitov, CEO of Stratos Freight. “This aircraft will play a key role in expanding our operational capabilities and supporting our mission to deliver efficient, reliable cargo solutions across Central Asia and key international markets.”
AerSale said the transaction reflects its model of combining aircraft leasing, freighter conversion, and asset management services. The company provides aftermarket services across aircraft types, including Boeing, Airbus, and McDonnell Douglas platforms, covering engine and airframe maintenance, used serviceable material sales, and engineered solutions.