Boeing reported in April that Ascent had ordered 20 Boeing 737-800 passenger-to-cargo aircraft. The 737-800BCF delivers increased reliability and performance while its lower fuel consumption reduces our carbon footprint," said Dave Andrew, CEO of ASL Airlines. This is Xiangkai Aviation's second 737-800BCF order, and the total number of 737-800BCF orders and commitments will reach 40 aircraft. The aircraft will be converted by Swire Pacific and Boeing's MRO plant in Gatwick, London, UK. The 737-800BCF carries more payload – up to 23.9 tons (52,800 lbs) – and flies farther – 2,025 nautical miles (3,750 km) than the 737 Classic freighter.
Separately, Ryanair Michael O'l'A. O'Arry reportedly said he was allowed to forgo the opportunity to buy a Boeing 737 MAX 10 after a recent public dispute over pricing, but would hold further talks in April. China Southern Airlines said on Wednesday it plans to take delivery of 103 MAX jets by 2023, of which 39 will be delivered this year about ASLAviation Holdings, a global aviation services company with airlines throughout Europe. South Africa and Asia. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, ASL operates six airlines including BASL Airines Ireland. ASL Airines Belgium. ASLAirlines France and ASL Airlines United Kingdom. ASL also owns joint venture and joint carrier FlySafair in South Africa and K-Mile Asia in Thailand. The group also includes several leasing entities