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China Eastern Secures $691M in Perpetual Debt Financing

China Eastern Airlines has announced the successful raising of $691 million in perpetual debt financing from its controlling shareholder, China Eastern Airlines Group Co. The debt carries an annual interest rate of 2.20%, providing the airline with a flexible financial instrument to support its operations and growth initiatives.

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Spirit Airlines Secures Restructuring Agreement and Initiates Chapter 11 Process

Spirit Airlines, a prominent U.S.-based carrier, has announced a restructuring support agreement (RSA) as part of a comprehensive plan to strengthen its balance sheet and streamline operations. The agreement has received backing from a supermajority of Spirit’s loyalty and convertible bondholders, paving the way for significant financial restructuring.

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Thai Airways Initiates Voluntary Debt-to-Equity Conversion for Creditors

Thai Airways International has commenced the Voluntary Debt-to-Equity Conversion period for its creditors, effective November 18, 2024. This initiative is a pivotal component of the airline’s ongoing business rehabilitation plan, aiming to strengthen its financial structure and enhance operational stability.

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Yakutia Ordered to Pay $2.6M to VTK-Avia for SSJ100 Lease Debt

The Moscow Arbitration Court has issued an order requiring Yakutia Airlines, a Russian carrier, to pay $2.6 million to VTK-Avia as part of a partial settlement in a debt recovery case. The case centers on a 2017 lease agreement for two SSJ100 aircraft, with VTK-Avia seeking compensation for unpaid dues under the lease terms. This ruling marks a significant step in resolving a longstanding financial dispute, with…

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Motu Link Airline Seeks $3.4M to Acquire First ATR72-500F for 2025 Launch

Motu Link Airline, a new carrier based in French Polynesia, is preparing for its planned early 2025 launch by seeking $3.4 million to fund the purchase of its first aircraft, an ATR72-500F. This funding will be raised through a bond loan, amortizable over a period of 90 months at an 11% interest rate. The ATR72-500F, a reliable model suited for regional operations, will be the…

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Azores Government Questioned Over SATA’s $3M Debt for Hi Fly A330 Lease

The Azores parliamentary group has requested clarification from the Regional Government concerning a $3 million debt incurred by SATA from a wet lease agreement involving an Airbus A330 from Hi Fly, a Portuguese airline. This debt, which the parliamentary group attributes to SATA’s previous management decisions, has become a significant point of contention in the region. Recently, a court ruling favored both Hi Fly and AELF Aircraft Engine Lease…