AerSale Corporation has announced the lease of a Boeing 757-200 Precision Converted Freighter (PCF) aircraft to Stratos Freight, an emerging all-cargo airline based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Stratos Freight is strategically positioned at the intersection of Asia and Europe, operating along key trade routes connecting China, the Middle East, and Europe. The addition of the Boeing 757-200PCF enhances the airline’s medium-widebody freighter fleet and supports its growing scheduled and charter cargo operations throughout Central Asia and beyond.
The Boeing 757-200PCF offers a unique combination of payload capability, range, and operating economics, making it well-suited for express and regional cargo missions. Its deployment with Stratos Freight is expected to enhance connectivity across high-demand trade lanes where efficiency and reliability are critical. The aircraft continues to be a highly versatile and efficient platform for regional cargo operations, providing operators with the ability to serve markets that require medium-widebody capacity without the higher costs associated with larger widebody freighters.
Craig Wright, AerSale’s Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management, stated, “The Boeing 757 freighter continues to be a highly versatile and efficient platform for regional cargo operations. 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.”
Captain Mukhtar T. Khaitov, CEO of Stratos Freight, said, “We are excited to welcome the Boeing 757-200PCF into our fleet. 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.”
Central Asia has emerged as a significant logistics hub due to its geographic position bridging major Asian and European markets. The region has seen substantial investment in transportation infrastructure and cargo handling capabilities. Stratos Freight’s expansion with the Boeing 757-200PCF positions the airline to capture growing e-commerce and express cargo demand along the China-Europe trade corridor. The Precision Converted Freighter modification provides the durability and reliability required for high-frequency cargo operations while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency and payload economics. This transaction underscores AerSale’s integrated business model, leveraging its expertise in aircraft leasing, freighter conversions, and asset management to deliver value-driven solutions to airline partners globally. AerSale continues to expand its presence in the air cargo market by providing tailored asset solutions that address the specific operational requirements of regional and international cargo carriers.
Keywords: AerSale, Boeing 757-200PCF, Stratos Freight, cargo aircraft lease, Uzbekistan aviation, Precision Converted Freighter, Central Asia logistics, air cargo growth, medium-widebody freighter, regional cargo operations
