FTAI Aviation and Aeronautical Engineers Inc. announced a strategic partnership to deliver a lower-cost Boeing 737-800 freighter solution by integrating CFM56 engine maintenance with passenger-to-freighter conversion expertise. This collaboration directly addresses the narrowbody freighter growth constraint caused by the lack of an engine solution optimized for cargo economics, enabling customized aircraft at scale with reduced operating costs. FTAI will supply and maintain lower-cycle CFM56 engines specifically tailored for cargo operations, while AEI applies its industry-leading conversion capabilities, having completed over 625 aircraft conversions and developed 130+ STCs. The partnership targets global operators seeking scalable narrowbody cargo capacity, leveraging nearly 6,000 delivered 737-800 units as a conversion platform to enhance long-term economic benefits for airline partners worldwide.