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Investors can now own parts of Boeing 737 engines and earn lease income via digital tokens on Ethereum.
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Each token costs $100, targets 11% annual return, and includes collateral like engines and insurance.
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ETHZilla plans to expand tokenized assets to car loans and home loans, bridging blockchain and real-world finance.
ETHZilla Corporation has launched a groundbreaking tokenized aviation asset, creating urgent new opportunities for investors. The company unveiled the Eurus Aero Token I, a tradable digital instrument on the Ethereum blockchain, backed by Boeing 737-800 engines leased to a major U.S. airline.
As announced, this effectively opens up direct access to aviation lease cash flows, previously reserved for large institutional players, to accredited investors. Using Ethereum Layer 2 protocols, on-chain verification, automated distributions, and the assurance of regulatory compliance have been assured through ETHZilla Aerospace, a wholly-owned subsidiary.
The Eurus Aero Token I is priced at $100 per token, with a minimum purchase of 10 tokens. Investors can expect a target annual return of approximately 11%, based on holding the token for the full lease term.
“Offering a token backed by engines leased to one of the largest and most profitable U.S. airlines serves as a strong use case,” said McAndrew Rudisill, ETHZilla’s chairman and CEO. The two CFM56 engines, acquired for $12.2 million, generate monthly cash flows, including base rent and utilization-based payments, distributed directly to token holders on-chain.
Tokenization and Investment Access
Tokenization modernizes fractional ownership in aviation assets, providing transparency and income-oriented investment structures. Unlike traditional aviation leasing funds, which require high capital thresholds, these digital tokens lower entry barriers.
Additionally, token holders benefit from collateral protection, including the engines, lease receivables, reserves, and insurance. Engine maintenance is handled by the airline during the lease and by Aero Engine Solutions post-lease, ensuring operational reliability.
Furthermore, a $3 million put/call right allows ETHZilla Aerospace to sell the engines at the least conclusion, potentially providing additional capital recovery to token holders.
Besides aviation, ETHZilla plans to expand its tokenized finance framework to other real-world assets. Upcoming Ethereum Layer 2 token offerings may include manufactured home loans and car loans through partnerships with Zippy and Karus.
Consequently, ETHZilla positions itself at the intersection of blockchain technology and high-yield, income-producing assets, bridging traditional finance with decentralized investment methods.
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