- ASL Aviation Holdings acquires two Boeing 747-400ERF freighter aircraft on 7 August 2026.
- The aircraft (MSN 33516 and MSN 33945) are operated by ASL Airlines Belgium.
- Both aircraft were previously operating as leased aircraft within the ASL Group fleet.
- The acquisition forms part of ASL’s ongoing fleet and asset strategy.
- The purchase strengthens ASL’s commitment to its long-haul freighter business.
ASL Aviation Holdings has acquired two Boeing 747-400ERF freighter aircraft that have been operating within the ASL Group fleet as leased aircraft. The aircraft MSN 33516 (OE-IFB) and MSN 33945 (OE-IFD) are operated by ASL Airlines Belgium. The acquisition of both aircraft was completed on August 7th, 2026, with ownership transferred to ASL Aviation Holdings. Both are established aircraft within the Group’s long-haul freighter fleet and will continue to support ASL’s global air cargo operations.
The acquisition further strengthens ASL Aviation Holdings’ commitment to investing in its long-haul freighter business and expanding the Group’s owned aircraft portfolio. The transaction forms part of ASL Aviation Holdings’ ongoing fleet and asset strategy, supporting the continued development of its international air cargo platform and its ability to meet the long-term requirements of its airline operations and customers.
ASL Aviation Holdings is a Dublin-based aviation group with airline operations in Europe, Asia, and Africa.
ASL Aviation Holdings shared in a written statement: The acquisition of these two Boeing 747-400ERF freighters strengthens our commitment to investing in our long-haul freighter business. The aircraft have been established within our fleet and we welcome their permanent addition to the group. This transaction supports the continued development of our international air cargo platform.
