Lease Placement
Savfin places ACMI and dry lease capacity for airlines facing short-term operational gaps. Seasonal peaks, Hajj and Umrah operations, AOG situations, fleet transitions, crew or maintenance constraints.
Engagement is driven by the operator’s timeline. Aircraft type, configuration, routing and availability are matched against current market capacity.
Typical Situations
Common scenarios where airlines require additional or replacement capacity on short notice or for defined operating periods.
Seasonal & Hajj Capacity
Peak season demand, Hajj and Umrah operations, holiday charter capacity. Short-term aircraft and crew placement for defined operating periods.
AOG & Schedule Recovery
Aircraft grounding, crew shortages, unplanned maintenance, schedule disruption. Rapid deployment to maintain service continuity.
Fleet Transition
Delivery delays, lease returns, fleet renewal gaps, new route launches. Bridge capacity until permanent solutions are in place.
Dry Lease
Longer-term capacity without crew. Fleet growth, market entry, operational expansion. Structured to operator requirements.
What is ACMI Leasing?
ACMI stands for Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance. It is a lease arrangement where one airline provides a fully operational aircraft, including flight crew, maintenance support and insurance coverage, to another airline. The lessee pays based on block hours operated and covers fuel, airport fees and ground handling.
ACMI leasing is widely used by airlines to manage seasonal demand fluctuations, cover aircraft maintenance downtime, bridge fleet transition periods and support new route launches without committing to long-term aircraft ownership.
Wet Lease vs. Dry Lease
A wet lease includes aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance. The lessor operates the aircraft on behalf of the lessee. A dry lease provides only the aircraft, without crew or operational support. The lessee registers the aircraft under their own AOC and provides crew, maintenance and insurance independently. Dry leases are typically longer-term commitments used for fleet growth or market expansion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ACMI stand for?
ACMI stands for Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance. It is a standard leasing arrangement in commercial aviation where the lessor provides a complete operational package to the lessee airline.
What is the difference between wet lease and dry lease?
A wet lease includes the aircraft plus crew, maintenance and insurance. A dry lease provides only the aircraft. The lessee operates it under their own AOC with their own crew and maintenance arrangements. Wet leases are typically short-term, dry leases are longer-term.
How quickly can ACMI capacity be deployed?
Depending on aircraft availability and regulatory requirements, ACMI capacity can be deployed within days for urgent AOG situations or planned weeks in advance for seasonal operations like Hajj, Umrah or summer peak schedules.
What aircraft types are available for ACMI?
ACMI availability covers narrowbody aircraft such as the A320 family and Boeing 737 series, as well as widebody types including A330 and Boeing 767/777 for long-haul or high-capacity requirements.
How long does an ACMI lease typically last?
ACMI leases range from a few days for emergency cover to 12 months or more for seasonal programs. Dry leases typically start at 24 months and can extend for several years.
Is ACMI leasing suitable for Hajj and Umrah operations?
Yes. ACMI is widely used for Hajj and Umrah seasons when airlines need to increase capacity for a defined period. Aircraft and crew are placed specifically for the operating schedule and returned after the season.
