ACIA Aero Leasing signs agreement for sale of first ATR72-600 Large Cargo Door Freighter to FedEx

Friday 11th July 2025

ACIA Aero Leasing (“ACIA”),  a leading provider of regional aircraft leasing and lease management services,  today  announced that they have signed a definitive agreement for the  sale of an ATR 72-600 LCD (Large Cargo Door) freighter (MSN1239) to FedEx. This is the first ever 72-600 passenger aircraft to undergo conversion to a freighter. ACIA speculatively launched the -600 series conversion program in 2024. The aircraft will be delivered to FedEx by December 2025 and enter FedEx operations thereafter.

“As market leaders in the ATR pax to freighter conversion we wished to reaffirm our position in this segment by delivering the world’s first converted 72-600 LCD. In partnership with our sister company IPRC, we are delighted to work with FedEx, the world’s largest operator of ATR freighters, as the launch customer. We believe the 72-600 LCD aircraft will fit seamlessly into the FedEx operation by offering an optimum and cost-effective solution for FedEx’s ongoing feeder fleet requirements as it continues to transition its older aircraft to the latest generation ATR,”  commented Mark Dunnachie, SVP Commercial, ACIA Aero Leasing.

“The aircraft will include some specific modifications that are unique to our 72-600 LCD, allowing FedEx to fully optimize the scope of the aircraft. These technical enhancements will continue to set the standard for the best regional freighter solution in today’s market. It has  been a real pleasure to work with FedEx on this transaction, and we are excited about continuing to develop our excellent relationship over the coming years” he added.

In addition to incorporating the large cargo door, IPRC (100% subsidiary within the ACIA Group) also recently acquired the M7 design rights for the rear flip door. This aircraft will therefore include this important modification allowing FedEx and other operators to fully maximise the ATR 72-600LCD freighter potential.

FedEx is ACIA’s newest customer for the ATR-600 LCD  

About ACIA Aero Leasing

ACIA Aero Leasing (“ACIA”), a subsidiary of ACIA Aero Capital (“ACIA Group”), is a leading regional aircraft lessor headquartered in Ireland, with offices located in France, The United Kingdom and South Africa. ACIA was established in 2004. ACIA manages a portfolio of nearly 70 regional passenger and freighter aircraft on lease to operators in more than 22 countries globally.  Through its strategic partnerships, ACIA provides airlines with turnkey leasing solutions from dry leasing through to charter operations.

www.aciaaeroleasing.com