ACMI Leasing & Aircraft Charter
Across SADC & East Africa
Short-term wet lease, dry lease and ad-hoc cargo charter brokerage — sourced through vetted, IATA-compliant operators serving SADC, East Africa, UAE and beyond.
Aircraft, Crew,
Maintenance & Insurance
ACMI is a wet-lease model where the lessor provides a fully crewed, airworthy aircraft inclusive of maintenance and insurance. The lessee covers fuel, handling, landing fees and traffic rights. Hagens Logistics acts as broker — matching your capacity window with pre-qualified, IATA-compliant operators.
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Wet Lease (ACMI)Full aircraft with crew, maintenance and insurance included. Ideal for seasonal surges, route trials or AOG cover. Typical duration: 1–12 months.
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Dry LeaseHull only — the lessee provides their own crew and AOC. Suited to growing airlines or cargo operators expanding fleet without long-term capital commitment.
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Ad-hoc Cargo CharterSingle-trip or short-series lifts for express cargo, perishables, humanitarian relief, livestock or OOG freight. B737F, B767F, B747F, ATR72F sourcing.
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SADC Feeder ContractsDedicated feeder routes connecting secondary SADC airports to O.R. Tambo or Jomo Kenyatta for onward long-haul connections.
Asset-Light Brokerage,
Operator-Grade Access
We source from a pre-qualified network of IATA-certified ACMI operators so you get competitive rates, transparent contractual terms and genuine operational accountability — without the capital overhead of owning metal.
Multi-Operator Network
Access to pre-qualified wet-lease and dry-lease operators across Africa, the Middle East and Europe — all vetted through IATA-compliant partner channels.
Rapid Sourcing
AOG situations and short-notice requirements handled within 24–48 hours. We hold standing relationships with operators across multiple type ratings.
Transparent Terms
Full contractual clarity on block hours, maintenance reserves, insurance coverage and redelivery conditions. No hidden lessee liability surprises.
Single Point of Contact
One Hagens specialist manages your lease transaction end-to-end — from operator shortlisting and term-sheet negotiation through to regulatory approval and aircraft delivery.
SADC & East Africa Focus
Deep market knowledge of Lanseria, Tambo, Jomo Kenyatta, Julius Nyerere, Hosea Kutako and secondary SADC airports — including slot constraints and local AOC requirements.
SARS AEO & IATA Compliance
All operator sourcing conducted through IATA IOSA and regional-authority AOC-certified partners. SARS AEO cargo handling documentation available via our partner network on request.
Choosing the Right Model
| Feature | Wet Lease (ACMI) | Dry Lease | Ad-hoc Charter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft included | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Crew & training | Lessor | Lessee | Operator |
| Maintenance & insurance | Lessor | Lessee | Operator |
| Minimum commitment | 1 month | 12 months typical | Single trip |
| Ideal for | Capacity surge, route trial, AOG cover | Fleet expansion, new AOC launch | Express lift, relief, charter event |
| Typical lead time | 2–4 weeks | 4–8 weeks | 24–72 hours |
The Hagens ACMI Brokerage Process
From your first enquiry to aircraft delivery, our process is built for speed and compliance. Here is exactly how an ACMI or cargo charter engagement unfolds through Hagens Logistics.
Step 1 — Requirements Brief
You submit your requirement: aircraft type, block hours needed, route, payload, and compliance preferences. Our specialists ask the right questions to narrow the operator field.
Step 2 — Operator Shortlisting
We canvas our pre-qualified network of IATA IOSA and AOC-certified operators across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Term sheets are returned within 24–48 hours for AOG situations.
Step 3 — Contractual Clarity
We guide lessee review of block-hour rates, maintenance reserves, insurance certificates, and redelivery conditions — ensuring no hidden liability before signature.
Why South Africa's ACMI Market Is Different
The SADC region presents unique constraints that global ACMI brokers frequently underestimate. Slot availability at O.R. Tambo International and Lanseria, local Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) permit requirements for foreign-registered aircraft, and currency repatriation timelines all affect deal structure and lead times.
Hagens Logistics has built its operator relationships specifically around these South African and SADC realities. We understand the SACAA Technical Standard (ATS) requirements, we have established relationships with the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) ground handlers at DUR and JNB, and we structure leases to account for rand-denominated cost exposure.
For East African routes — particularly into JKIA Nairobi, Julius Nyerere Dar es Salaam, and Entebbe — we hold operator standing relationships that allow us to source ATR72F and B737F capacity in under 48 hours for perishable and humanitarian charter requirements.
Aircraft Types We Source for SADC & East Africa
Our operator network covers the full range of freighter types most relevant to intra-Africa and intercontinental ACMI operations:
Payload 18–19t. Ideal for intra-Africa feeder and regional express. Common on SADC and East Africa corridors.
Payload 52t. Mid-size widebody. Covers DUR–DXB and DUR–LHR with one tech stop. Suited to perishable and pharmaceutical charter.
Payload 100–134t. High-volume intercontinental. Used for automotive parts, mining equipment, and high-density consumer goods charter.
Payload 7.5t. STOL capability for secondary SADC airfields. Preferred for fresh flowers and perishable feeder from secondary Kenyan stations.
Tell Us Your
Requirement
Whether you need a single AOG lift or a 6-month ACMI contract on a B737F, our team will revert with a competitive term sheet within 48 hours. All enquiries handled in strict confidence.
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