BOC Aviation Limited (“BOC Aviation” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has agreed to purchase and leaseback three Airbus A321XLR aircraft to new customer SKY Airline (“SKY”) on long-term operating leases. All aircraft will be powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, with delivery scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
“We are very pleased to welcome SKY as a new customer for BOC Aviation as it continues to build its fleet of latest generation, most fuel-efficient aircraft,” said Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, BOC Aviation. “The Airbus A321XLR is a great example of this, and these aircraft mark the first of this model currently scheduled for delivery into our fleet.”
“We are proud to partner with BOC Aviation in this agreement, which supports SKY’s continued growth and our commitment to operating one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the region. The addition of the Airbus A321XLR will allow us to further expand our network, offering more direct and affordable travel options while maintaining our focus on efficiency, sustainability, and a high-quality customer experience”, added Daniel Belaunde, CEO of SKY Airline.
About BOC Aviation
BOC Aviation is a leading global aircraft operating leasing company with a portfolio of 815 aircraft and engines owned, managed and on order. Its owned and managed fleet was leased to 87 airlines in 46 countries and regions worldwide as at 31 December 2025. BOC Aviation is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx code: 2588) and has its headquarters in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London, New York and Tianjin. For more information, visit www.bocaviation.com.
About SKY Airline
SKY is a Chilean low-cost airline with a 24-year history, a presence in seven countries across the Americas, and operations based in Chile and Peru. Since it is inaugural flight in 2001, it has transported more than 70 million passengers.
Currently, it is the only airline in South America with a fleet composed 100% of Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft, which has enabled it to reduce its emissions per seat by approximately 30% from 2018 to date.
In January 2026, SKY was recognized by OAG and Cirium as the most punctual airline in Latin America, and by Airline Ratings as one of the 25 safest low-cost airlines in the world.
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