Willis Lease Finance, a leading aircraft leasing and engine solutions provider based in the United States, has announced the appointment of Stephen Jones to its Board of Directors, effective 01 January 2025.
Spirit Airlines, a prominent low-cost carrier in the United States, has received approval from the US Bankruptcy Courtto complete the sale of 23 Airbus aircraft, comprising A320 and A321 models, to GA Telesis (GAT), a leading aviation solutions company. This transaction marks a significant development in Spirit Airlines’ restructuring efforts.
BBAM, a leading aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has leased a Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), identified by serial 30696, to GOL (Brazil). This freighter will be used by GOL to support logistics operations for Mercado Libre, one of Brazil’s largest e-commerce platforms.
Aircastle, a US-based aircraft leasing company, has delivered the second of five planned A321neo aircraft to IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share. The aircraft, identified as serial 12329, is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, known for their efficiency and environmental benefits.
Azorra, a US-based aircraft lessor, has delivered the first of four Airbus A220-300s to Animawings, a Romanian airline. The aircraft, identified by serial number 55316, is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines, and it marks the first A220 to operate from Romania.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC), a leading aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has successfully closed a $966.5 million unsecured term loan facility. The loan, which matures in December 2027, will provide financial flexibility to address the company’s working capital needs and support general corporate purposes.
TrueNoord, a specialist regional aircraft lessor based in the Netherlands, is evaluating potential aircraft orders from OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) for 2025, according to its CEO, Anne-Bart Tieleman. This consideration reflects TrueNoord’s forward-looking strategy to expand its portfolio and meet growing demand for regional aviation assets.
SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has announced the delivery of the first Airbus A220-300, serial 55318, to Breeze Airways, a rapidly expanding US-based airline. This aircraft is the first of three A220-300s scheduled for delivery under their leasing agreement.
AerCap Holdings (Ireland) has announced lease agreements for two Boeing B737-800 aircraft, further solidifying its presence in the aviation leasing market. The leased aircraft will be operated by Mukamalah Aviation Company (Saudi Arabia) under the brand name Aloula Aviation.
Deucalion Aviation (UK) has successfully delivered an Airbus A321 to Turkish Airlines on a long-term operating lease, further strengthening its collaboration with the Turkish flag carrier. The aircraft, manufactured in 2012, is equipped with V2527-A5 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency in medium-haul operations.
