AIP Capital, a U.S.-based aviation investment and asset management firm, is preparing for a substantial acquisition of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, leveraging its $321 million pre-delivery payment (PDP) financing fund. This move forms part of AIP’s broader strategy to expand its aircraft portfolio and deepen its footprint in the global leasing space.
Dreamstone Partners, a private equity firm based in South Korea, has partnered with AIP Capital of the United Statesto establish a new aviation-focused consortium targeting investment opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region. The collaboration aims to create a strategic aviation leasing and investment platform, signaling an ambitious expansion into global aviation finance and asset management.
Phoenix Aviation Capital, based in Ireland, and AIP Capital, a U.S.-based investment platform, have jointly announced the acquisition of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, serial number 35942, which has been placed on long-term lease with LOT Polish Airlines. The transaction underscores continued confidence in widebody leasing and in LOT’s long-haul strategy.
Phoenix Aviation Capital (Ireland) and AIP Capital (US) have announced the closing of a Pre-Delivery Payment (PDP) financing facility to support Phoenix’s order of 30 Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The facility will provide up to US$300 million in total commitments and will be used to fund required down payments prior to aircraft delivery.
Phoenix Aviation Capital (Ireland), AIP Capital (US), and LuminArx Capital Management (US) have completed the joint acquisition of a portfolio of three Airbus A330-300s, enhancing their investment in the widebody aircraft leasing market. The transaction includes two A330-300s, serials 1346 and 1367, both powered by CF6 engines and leased to China Airlines (Taiwan), along with another A330-300, serial 1690, also powered by CF6 engines…
AIP Capital (US) has announced the appointment of Scott Debano as Managing Director, Head of Distribution. In this role, he will be responsible for leading fundraising initiatives, managing investor relations, and developing strategic partnerships to support the firm’s continued expansion in the aviation investment sector.
AIP Capital (US) has announced key changes to its leadership team, with significant appointments and a promotion aimed at strengthening its global operations. Chris O’Scannlain has been appointed as Chief Risk Officer, and he will be based in the company’s Stamford, Connecticut office. This role is crucial for overseeing risk management strategies as AIP Capital continues to expand its…
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) (France) has provided financing for the acquisition of ten LEAP-1B engines by Phoenix Aviation Capital (Ireland) and AIP Capital (US). These engines are scheduled for delivery in 4Q 2024 and will be leased to a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider.
Phoenix Aviation Capital (Ireland) and AIP Capital (US) have jointly announced the acquisition of a Boeing 787-9, identified by serial number 40646. The aircraft is on a long-term lease with American Airlines (US) and was purchased from ORIX Aviation (Ireland).
