Aircastle (Ireland) has successfully priced $500 million in 5.250% Senior Notes due 2030, issued at 99.171%. This move strengthens the aircraft lessor’s financial position and provides long-term capital for its global leasing operations.
AerFin, a UK-based aviation solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Tamsin Hayward as its new General Counsel. This strategic addition to AerFin’s leadership team reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing its legal and compliance framework to support its global operations.
Icelease, an aircraft leasing company based in Iceland, has successfully placed a B737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), identified by serial number 30879, on lease with ASL Aviation Holdings, headquartered in Ireland. This lease agreement further expands ASL Aviation’s capabilities in the cargo sector.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), based in the United Arab Emirates, has announced a definitive agreement with K2 Aviation of Ireland to sell seven aircraft from its portfolio. These aircraft, consisting of both Airbus and Boeingmodels, are currently on lease to six different airline customers.
AviaAM Leasing, a Lithuania-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the successful sale of a Boeing 737-800 to a US-based partner. This transaction is part of the lessor’s impressive 2024 portfolio, which saw the completion of 39 projects, including 18 acquisitions, 17 sales, and 4 leases.
Falko, a UK-based specialist in regional aircraft leasing, has provided a comprehensive summary of its 4Q 2024 and full-year 2024 portfolio activity, showcasing significant achievements in transactions and portfolio management.
Avion Express Brasil, a Brazilian airline, has celebrated a major milestone with the delivery of its first aircraft, an Airbus A320, identified by serial number 3601. The aircraft was acquired on lease from Azorra, a prominent U.S.-based leasing company.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC), a leading aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has announced the establishment of its commercial paper program. The program enables ALC to issue Notes with an aggregate face or principal amount outstanding under the program capped at US$2.0 billion.
KlasJet, a prominent charter and ACMI provider based in Lithuania, has announced the continuation and expansion of its strategic partnership with Sun d’Or, an Israeli airline and subsidiary of El Al. As part of this collaboration, KlasJet will lease a fourth Boeing 737-800 to Sun d’Or for a designated period, spanning from 28 December 2024 to 31 March 2025.
Genesis, an Irish leasing company, has completed a significant transaction with its trading partner Carlyle Aviation Partners, also based in Ireland. The deal involves the acquisition of three aircraft, marking a notable development in Genesis’s growing portfolio.
