Fitch Ratings has assigned the following expected ratings to the notes issued by Castlelake Aircraft Structured Trust 2025-1: These notes are secured by lease payments and disposition proceeds from a pool of 36 passenger aircraft operated by various third-party lessees. The assigned ratings reflect Fitch’s assessment of the credit quality of the underlying lessees, the diversification and age of…
Malaysia Airlines has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 737-8, serial number 66368, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This aircraft, registered as 9M-MVA, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet modernization efforts.
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.
