Crestone Air Partners Completes LEAP-1B Financing With Arajet, marking a strategic expansion into next-generation engine assets through a combined pre-delivery payment (PDP) financing and sale-leaseback transaction covering four CFM LEAP-1B engines.
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Sumitomo Corporation, SMBC Aviation Capital, Apollo, and Brookfield have reached a definitive agreement to acquire Air Lease Corporation in a transformational all-cash transaction valued at approximately $28.2 billion including debt. Once the deal closes, Air Lease will be renamed Sumisho Air Lease Corporation, with its aircraft orderbook transferred to SMBC Aviation Capital, which will also act as the servicer for the portfolio.
GOL, one of Brazil’s leading airlines, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing B737-8 aircraft. The aircraft, identified by serial number 44025, is equipped with state-of-the-art LEAP-1B engines, a product of CFM International, renowned for their fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
AerFin (UK) has announced plans to double its engine MRO capacity, enabling the company to handle up to 200 quick-turn shop visits annually. This expansion will be supported by the opening of AerFin’s brand-new global headquarters located in South Wales.
Air Ceilao, a new Sri Lankan airline, has officially applied to the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAA) for an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and license to operate domestic and international charter flights. The proposed operations will focus on transporting both passengers and cargo.
Etihad Airways Launches First-Ever Middle East–Luxembourg Route, marking a historic milestone as the first airline from the Middle East to serve Luxembourg with nonstop flights. The new service will connect Abu Dhabi and Luxembourg directly from 29 October 2026, strengthening air links between Europe and the Gulf region.
CDB Aviation, the Irish leasing subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., has announced the successful delivery of two Embraer E190-100LR aircraft to French regional carrier Regourd Aviation S.A.S., operating under the Amelia brand. The transaction marks the start of a new partnership and supports Amelia’s long-term fleet development strategy.
