Switzerland-based PHA-ZE 100 aircraft developer JEKTA has signed its first lessor agreement with Solyu for 30 of its zero-emissions amphibious aircraft.
South Korean company Solyu is committed to supporting a low-carbon future for aviation and will offer financial and leasing solutions to its operator customers seeking to harness the sustainable qualities of the PHA-ZE 100.
The PHA-ZE 100 transitions between land and water seamlessly without additional hardware and is ideal to serve coastal and island communities, regional routes currently limited by operational costs, and to support new low-cost, sustainable services between cities without the need to install expensive land infrastructure.
The amphibious flying boat will offer a spacious cabin with flexible configurations, including 19-seat, mixed economy/freight, VIP, corporate shuttle, and air ambulance options.
Chief Executive Officer of Solyu, Andrew Claerbout commented: “We are excited by the potential that the PHA-ZE 100 gives to our clients, which can optimize the sustainable qualities of JEKTA aircraft to expand and open new markets. Low operating costs, flexibility supported by versatile configurations, and zero emissions operations all deliver added value to our clients seeking to maximize operational efficiencies while still meeting the industry’s mandates on carbon emission reduction.
“The minimal infrastructure requirements needed to support PHA-ZE 100 operations are also attractive, and we expect strong interest from our customers in both the hydrogen and electric variants.”
“We know leasing companies play a crucial and influential role in the aerospace sector, offering operators financial flexibility and affordability to expand fleets and networks. We’re looking forward to forging strong relationships with Solyu and its clients as we anticipate the aircraft will enhance networks, increase operational use cases and add market opportunities for all stakeholders in this segment,” says George Alafinov, CEO of JEKTA.
“The deal confirms that the wider aviation sector welcomes our vision of incorporating the benefits of amphibious operations into the global air transport system. With Solyu providing leasing and financing access to our aircraft, operators can sustainably develop new routes and support connections to those currently disconnected by water, doing so in style but at low operating costs.”
