ABL Aviation has closed and delivered one Boeing 737 MAX 8 to Copa Airlines, as part of a new six-aircraft deal with the Panamanian flag carrier.
The aircraft delivered is a brand-new 737 MAX 8, powered by CFM LEAP1B27 engines. The remaining five aircraft are scheduled for delivery in Q1 and Q2 2026.
Copa Airlines said the new aircraft will support the continued expansion of its network and the modernisation of its fleet.
“Our strong balance sheet and financial results have allowed us to capitalise on favourable financing conditions and invest in next-generation aircraft like the Boeing 737 MAX 8,” said Peter Donkersloot, chief financial officer of Copa Airlines.
“As we continue to grow and modernise our fleet, partnerships like this one are essential to maintaining our position as a leading airline in the region.”
Copa Airlines said the 737 MAX 8 is a “cornerstone” of its operational strategy, due to its superior fuel efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and extended range.
Ali Ben Lmadani, founder and CEO of ABL Aviation, said the Copa Airlines transaction underscores ABL's commitment to providing “flexible” and “innovative” financing structures that enable airlines to invest in new-generation fleets.