Falko Regional Aircraft Limited (Falko) has delivered four Embraer E175 aircraft on lease to South African regional carrier Airlink.
“We have successfully delivered four E175 aircraft to leading Johannesburg-based airline, Airlink,” said Mark Hughes, Falko’s Chief Commercial Officer. “The addition of these aircraft into Airlink’s fleet marks another significant step by the airline to enhance its regional connectivity and fleet capabilities across Southern Africa, and we are proud to be able to support them in their growth journey.”
Hughes added: “The transaction further expands Falko’s footprint in Africa, an increasingly important market for regional aircraft. We expect to see significant growth and opportunities in the African aviation market over the next couple of decades as countries look to improve connectivity across and into the continent in a bid to facilitate economic growth.”
Airlink now has a fleet of 65 E170, E175, and E190 aircraft from Falko’s portfolio and acquired the recent aircraft through the Falko Regional Aircraft Opportunities Fund II. The first part of the delivery was completed in Q4 2023.
“The leased Embraer E175s from Falko provide us with the flexibility to provide a consistent top-quality onboard service across a wider band of routes across our network,” commented Airlink CEO and Managing Director Rodger Foster. “Currently, we serve over 45 destinations in Southern and East Africa, and we reach markets across the globe through our code-shares and other partnerships with 36 of the world’s leading international airlines. The commonality with our other E-jets is also vital for aircrew training, flight operations and technical support.”
Airlink serves over 45 destinations throughout Southern and East Africa, as well as Madagascar and St Helena island.
Image: Airlink/Falko
