AerFin, a UK-based aircraft aftermarket specialist, has announced the joint acquisition of four Airbus A320neo aircraft, in collaboration with an undisclosed Middle Eastern investor. These aircraft were originally part of the fleet owned by Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a leading U.S.-based leasing company.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has announced its operational highlights for the second quarter of 2025, showcasing continued activity in both deliveries and aircraft sales. The company delivered 12 new aircraft from its orderbook, reflecting robust demand from airline customers and healthy pipeline execution.
Avolon Holdings, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, has announced the pricing of a $650 million private offering in senior unsecured notes, issued through its wholly owned subsidiary, Avolon Holdings Funding. The notes carry an interest rate of 4.900% and are scheduled to mature in 2030.
Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), a US-based lessor, has finalized a $31 million loan agreement with Absa Bank Group of South Africa, backed by an Airbus A330-300 aircraft currently on lease to South African Airways (SAA). The funding arrangement represents a key financing transaction that underscores continued investor interest in widebody aircraft leased to national flag carriers.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) announced on July 7, 2025, that it has finalized the initial closing of four aircraft from a larger 20‑aircraft portfolio acquisition from Avolon Aerospace Leasing.
Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors based in Ireland, has released its operational results for the second quarter of 2025, highlighting dynamic portfolio activity and a growing footprint. During the quarter, Avolon acquired 15 aircraft, sold 20 aircraft, and placed 26 aircraft from its orderbook, showcasing its active asset management strategy and strong demand for its fleet offerings.
AviaAM Leasing Service Centre, a part of the AviaAM Leasing group, is progressing toward the final stages of a B777-300ER Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion project in collaboration with Mammoth Freighters (US). This strategic initiative is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its freighter portfolio and respond to growing…
Flair Airlines, a Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier, is facing a $30.9 million countersuit in Ontario from four Irish lessors— Columbia Lights Aviation, Corvus Lights Aviation, Mam Aircraft Leasing, and Airborne Capital. The legal action stems from alleged financial damages tied to lease terminations and the repossession of four Boeing 737 MAXaircraft.
SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies, has finalized lease agreements with AJet, a Turkish airline, for five Airbus A320neo aircraft. This transaction represents a notable expansion in AJet’s narrowbody operations as it continues to scale up across domestic and regional routes.
Crestone, a U.S.-based aviation leasing company, has expanded its fleet portfolio with the purchase of three narrowbody aircraft. The acquisition includes two Airbus A319s currently leased to American Airlines and one Airbus A320 on lease to TAP Portugal.
