Aircastle, a global aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has announced the successful pricing of US$650 million aggregate principal amount of 5.000% Senior Notes due 2030. The notes were priced at 99.306% of par, resulting in a yield that reflects current market demand for aviation-linked fixed-income products.
Malawi Airlines is undergoing a fleet renewal initiative with the addition of a Boeing 737-700, bearing serial number 30726, as it simultaneously phases out an older B737-700 with serial number 33787. The newly delivered aircraft is owned by Dara Aviation, an Ireland-based leasing firm, while the outgoing aircraft was previously owned by Ethiopian Airlines.
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.
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.
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.
AerCap Holdings, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies based in Ireland, has released its operational update for the second quarter of 2025, highlighting extensive transactional activity across its portfolio. The company reported 71 lease agreements, reinforcing its dominant market position amid strong global aircraft demand.
World Star Aviation (UK) has arranged and structured the acquisition of four Airbus A319 aircraft, all currently leased to easyJet (UK), in a transaction that also marks the first deployment of Xiamen Aircraft Leasing’s (XMAL)newly established Irish platform, called Renew Star.
Macquarie AirFinance, based in Ireland, has delivered a new Airbus A320neo to Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) under a long-term lease agreement, marking the first of three A320neo aircraft it will supply from its existing orderbook. This transaction supports SAS’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on environmental efficiency and standardized operations.
IAT Leasing, an Ireland-based leasing platform, has completed the acquisition of a portfolio of nine narrowbody aircraft from US-based Zephyrus Aviation Capital. These aircraft are currently on lease to eight different airlines, indicating a globally diversified portfolio with active cash flow generation potential.
Phoenix Aviation Capital, based in Ireland, has successfully closed its offering of $550 million in senior unsecured notes due 2030, carrying a fixed interest rate of 9.25%. The proceeds from this debt issuance will be used to repay existing indebtedness and support general corporate purposes, strengthening the company’s capital structure and liquidity position.
