Breeze Airways signs lease agreements for three A220-300s

SMBC Aviation Capital (SMBC), a global aircraft leasing company, has signed lease agreements with Breeze Airways for three Airbus A220-300 aircraft.

The first two aircraft are slated for delivery in November and December 2024, with the final aircraft scheduled for early 2025. These will be the first Airbus A220-300 models to join SMBC Aviation Capital's portfolio.

“As we continue to rapidly expand our presence across the United States, our growing Airbus A220-300 fleet has allowed us to serve more guests and bring our seriously Nice™ product to more communities,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways' Founder and CEO. “SMBC Aviation Capital is a great partner as we look for more ways to support our continued growth.”

Breeze Airways is a low-cost carrier in the United States that has quickly gained attention for its innovative approach to affordable and flexible air travel. Founded in 2021 by David Neeleman, a seasoned aviation entrepreneur behind successful airlines like JetBlue and Azul, Breeze aims to connect underserved city pairs across the U.S., offering “Seriously Nice™” flights with a focus on convenience, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.