ACMI Leasing
Delta World Charter holds comprehensive experience in the ACMI leasing market (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance). We offer a complete range of short, medium and long-term ACMI lease solutions.
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Aircraft
Provision of the aircraft as per the agreed type and configuration with regular updates and necessary modifications to keep it compliant with aviation regulations.
Crew
We will source qualified pilots provided for the operation of the aircraft with flight attendants to handle passenger services if required.
Maintenance
Regular checks, repairs, and servicing of the aircraft to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. If required, we will also arrange emergency repairs and troubleshooting to address any technical issues that arise during operations.
Insurance
DWC will assist in providing hull insurance to ensure coverage for physical damage to the aircraft, along with liability insurance for third-party liabilities arising from aircraft operations.
Additional Services
Ground Handling Services
Baggage handling, aircraft towing, and passenger services such as check-in, boarding, and other services at the airport.
Flight Operations Support
Preparation of flight plans, including route optimization and weather analysis, alongside real-time flight monitoring.
In-Flight Services
Providing food and beverage services tailored to the lessee’s needs along with in-flight entertainment.
Aircraft Customization
Customizing the cabin interior or painting the aircraft in your colors or branding
What is a Wet Lease in ACMI?
In a wet lease, DWC will provide the full ACMI package, including:
Aircraft: DWC provides the aircraft as per the agreed specifications.
Crew: DWC provides both cockpit and cabin crew, meaning the pilots, flight attendants, and any other necessary personnel.
Maintenance: DWC are responsible for maintaining the aircraft, including both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
Insurance: DWC provides insurance for the aircraft, covering hull, liability, and often additional risks like war risk.
Operational Control: DWC retains operational control of the aircraft, including crew management and compliance with safety regulations.
Use Cases: Wet leases are commonly used when an airline needs to quickly add capacity, cover for grounded aircraft, or operate in markets where they do not have the necessary certifications. It’s also often used for seasonal or short-term operations.
What is a Damp Lease in ACMI?
This is similar to a wet lease but with differences such as the crew provided:
Aircraft: DWC provides the aircraft as per the agreed specifications.
Crew: DWC provides the cockpit crew (pilots), but not the cabin crew, as these will be provided by the lessee.
Maintenance: DWC will handle all maintenance responsibilities.
Insurance: DWC will provide insurance coverage, just as in a wet lease.
Shared Responsibility: In a damp lease, responsibilities are shared more between the lessor and lessee. While the lessor manages the aircraft and pilots, the lessee manages the cabin crew and in-flight services.
Use Cases: Damp leases are often used when the lessee wants more control over the in-flight experience, such as maintaining a consistent cabin crew to ensure brand continuity, or when operating in markets where local regulations require local cabin crew. It’s also useful in situations where an airline has its own cabin crew available but needs to supplement its fleet with aircraft and pilots.
ACMI Leasing – FAQs
ACMI leasing is a type of aircraft leasing arrangement where the lessor provides the Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance. The lessee, typically an airline, is responsible for operational costs such as fuel, airport fees, and ground handling.
ACMI leases can range from short-term (a few weeks to several months) to long-term (up to several years). The duration depends on the lessee’s needs, such as covering seasonal demand or filling in for aircraft undergoing maintenance.
The lessee is responsible for operational costs, which include fuel, airport fees, ground handling, and any other costs associated with operating the aircraft. The lessor covers the costs related to the aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance.
A wide range of aircraft can be offered under ACMI leases, including narrow-body aircraft (Airbus A320, Boeing 737) and wide-body aircraft (Airbus A330, Boeing 777). With access to a global fleet of over 60,000 aircraft, Delta World Charter can source the right aircraft to meet your ACMI Leasing requirements.
In an ACMI lease, the lessor provides the aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance, while the lessee covers operational costs. In a dry lease, only the aircraft is provided, and the lessee is responsible for everything else, including crew, maintenance, and insurance.
Yes, ACMI leases can be tailored to meet your specific needs. This may include choosing a particular aircraft type, configuring the interior, and selecting the level of service provided. Speak to our team today to discuss the options available in ACMI Leasing.
ACMI leasing offers flexibility, allowing airlines to quickly adjust capacity without the long-term commitment of purchasing or dry leasing an aircraft. It also allows airlines to expand their fleet during peak seasons or when their own aircraft are unavailable due to maintenance.
Wet leasing includes the provision of both cockpit and cabin crew by the lessor, whereas damp leasing includes only the cockpit crew, with the lessee providing the cabin crew. Read our detailed description above for more information and use cases.
Yes, ACMI leases must comply with the regulatory requirements of the countries where the aircraft will operate. This includes meeting safety standards, having appropriate certifications, and ensuring that all crew members are properly licensed and trained. Our team will assist in ensuring all regulatory requirements are met ahead of any operations.
Yes, ACMI leases are not limited to passenger aircraft, they can also be used for cargo operations. We can provide freighter aircraft along with crew, maintenance, and insurance, tailored to the requirements and schedule of your cargo.
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