Aircraft Will Support the Airline’s Debut International Routes to
the U.S.
Company Website:
http://www.ilfc.com
LOS ANGELES -- (Business Wire)
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), a wholly owned
subsidiary of American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG), announced
today that it has signed an agreement with Azul Brazilian Airlines
(Azul) to lease five Airbus A350-900 and three A330-200 aircraft. The
aircraft will be operated on the airline’s new international routes from
São Paulo/Campinas airport to the U.S., which are expected to launch in
early 2015.
“ILFC is pleased to support Azul’s introduction of international service
with these Airbus A350s and A330s,” said ILFC Chief Executive Officer
Henri Courpron. “There is a real opportunity for Azul to build on its
successful base in Brazil and provide air service in a region which is
becoming increasingly important to the aviation marketplace. We believe
this is only the beginning of a successful strategic partnership between
Azul and ILFC.”
“Azul is the one airline that truly serves all of Brazil. With 104
destinations, Azul unites the country better than any other airline,
with convenient and frequent connections,” said Azul Chief Executive
Officer and Founder David Neeleman. “Our customers have been asking for
this and now we look forward to providing them with our superior service
on international flights, just as we have been doing today on our 880
daily domestic departures. We’re excited to share the Azul experience
with new customers internationally and expand the airline’s success
story beyond Brazil’s borders.”
The A350-900 aircraft are anticipated to deliver in 2017, while
deliveries of the A330-200 aircraft are expected to begin in 2014.
Rolls-Royce engines will power the aircraft.
About Azul Brazilian Airlines
With less than six years in operation, Azul Brazilian Airlines has
already flown more than 85 million customers and changed the face of air
travel in the Brazilian market since its first flight on December 15,
2008. The foundation of the airline was built around the Brazilian made
Embraer E-jet. From that foundation, Azul has expanded to 880 daily
flights, which represents one-third of Brazil’s daily departures. The
airline currently operates a fleet of 136 aircraft and employs more than
10,000 people. Azul has been voted the best low-cost carrier in South
America three years in a row by Skytrax. In 2012, CAPA named the airline
the best low-cost carrier in the world. Azul has also been voted one of
the 50 most innovative companies in the world by Fast Company Magazine. www.voeazul.com.br
About ILFC
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) is a global market leader
in the leasing and remarketing of commercial aircraft. With nearly 1,000
owned and managed aircraft and commitments to purchase approximately 330
new high-demand, fuel-efficient aircraft, ILFC is the world's largest
independent aircraft lessor. ILFC has approximately 200 customers in
more than 80 countries and provides part-out and engine leasing services
through its subsidiary, AeroTurbine. ILFC operates from offices in Los
Angeles, Amsterdam, Dublin, Miami, Seattle, and Singapore. ILFC is a
wholly owned subsidiary of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). www.ilfc.com
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About AIG
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading international
insurance organization serving customers in more than 130 countries. AIG
companies serve commercial, institutional, and individual customers
through one of the most extensive worldwide property-casualty networks
of any insurer. In addition, AIG companies are leading providers of life
insurance and retirement services in the United States. AIG common stock
is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Additional information about AIG can be found at www.aig.com.
Contacts:
ILFC
Paul Thibeau, +1-310-788-1999
pthibeau@ilfc.com
Source: International Lease Finance Corporation
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