Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Qatari banks led by QNB Group to secure $1.2 billion in strategic financing. This substantial funding package is structured in both conventional and Islamic tranches and is designed to support the airline’s ongoing growth and maintain financial stability in a volatile market environment.
Eve Air Mobility, a pioneering company in the advanced air mobility sector, has been selected by FINEP (Brazilian Funding Authority for Studies and Projects) to receive a grant of up to $15.8 million. This substantial support will back the company’s ongoing development initiatives, with the total project investment estimated at $33.8 million.
Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci shared his perspective on the carrier’s performance and outlook following the challenges faced in the first quarter of 2025. According to Minicucci, although bookings have stabilized, pricing powerhas yet to fully recover, reflecting the ongoing impact of economic uncertainty in the aviation sector.
Spirit Airlines (US) has reported a net profit of $83.1 million for the first quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching $1 billion. The airline ended the period with $758.1 million in cash and cash equivalents, reflecting a stable liquidity position.
Aircastle (US) and its subsidiary, Aircastle Ireland, have had their Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings (IDR) affirmed by Fitch Ratings at ‘BBB+’. The outlook for these ratings remains Stable, indicating a steady financial position and outlook for the leasing group.
Azorra (US) has announced that its corporate rating outlook has been revised from stable to positive by Fitch Ratings(US). Fitch Ratings has affirmed Azorra‘s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘BB-’, reflecting the company’s improving business prospects and financial position.
Avolon Holdings (Ireland) has announced the early results of its previously launched debt tender offer, with the offer being upsized by 50% to US$1.2 billion. The decision to increase the tender offer reflects robust investor interest and the strong demand for Avolon’s debt instruments.
avianca (Colombia) has indicated that it sees favorable conditions for a potential return to the capital market, with a focus on executing planned investments and maintaining a balance between growth and profitability. The airline is exploring a possible return to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), where it was previously listed.
ACIA Aero Leasing, based in Ireland, has announced the successful extension and expansion of its syndicated credit facility. The facility is led by Investec Bank (UK) and includes both term loan and revolving credit tranches, along with a newly added subordinated term loan tranche.
Abelo, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has closed a new warehouse financing facility of up to US$750 million. The facility was underwritten by Deutsche Bank and arranged with Deutsche Bank acting as Sole Structuring Agent, while both Deutsche Bank and MUFG (Japan) served as Joint Lead Arrangers.
