CDB Aviation, the wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing, has completed the transaction for two A330-200 aircraft with National Airlines.
“We are delighted to have collaborated on executing this sale transaction for two of our A330-200 passenger aircraft and look forward to expanding our partnership with the National team,” commented Jie Chen, CDB Aviation chief executive officer.
Chen added: “These A330 aircraft will support the carrier’s fleet growth strategy, offering efficient, resourceful, and modern air passenger services for their customers’ increasing transportation demands.”
The Florida-based cargo and passenger charter services operator took delivery of the Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engine-powered versions of the aircraft in July and November 2024 and plans to deploy the two widebodies to provide charter transportation services.
Christopher Alf, chairman of National Airlines. “These new aircraft will not only lead to a more efficient and wider operational range but also equip us better to meet the growing demand for exclusive, highly customised and personalised charter travel requests from customers across the globe.”
National Airlines operates a fleet including six iconic 747-400F freighters along with A330-200 and 757-200 passenger aircraft.