AIP Capital has entered into a strategic partnership with Monroe Capital to jointly pursue an aircraft leasing venture targeting a portfolio of up to $1 billion in aviation investments. This venture will focus on acquiring mid-life commercial aircraft that are on long-term leases to airlines across the globe, aiming to capture value in a segment often overlooked by larger lessors prioritizing new deliveries. To…
Vietnam Airlines has reported a consolidated profit exceeding $191 million for the first half of fiscal year 2025, signaling a strong operational recovery. The airline now plans a two-phase capital increase strategy aimed at reducing state ownership and reinforcing its financial base to support future growth.
Surf Air Mobility, a U.S.-based regional air mobility company, has entered into definitive agreements for the purchase and sale of 10.8 million shares of its common stock, valued at approximately $27 million, through a registered direct offering. This fundraising strategy provides immediate capital infusion and reflects the company’s ongoing expansion and capital market engagement plans.
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.
Azorra Finance is projected to receive a ‘BB-(EXP)’ credit rating from Fitch Ratings for its planned issuance of $500 million in senior unsecured notes. The final terms, including fixed interest rate and maturity date, are expected to be set at the time of the note issuance. The ‘EXP’ suffix signifies that the rating is currently expected and contingent upon the completion…
Virgin Australia has officially marked its return to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) following a successful initial public offering (IPO) that raised $439 million, signaling a major step in the airline’s post-restructuring comeback. This IPO marks the airline’s second listing after its 2020 voluntary administration and subsequent ownership change under Bain Capital.
Garuda Indonesia is set to receive a substantial $405 million shareholder loan from Danantara Asset Management, Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, in a significant move aimed at bolstering the national carrier’s financial stability and operational recovery. This funding is part of a wider $1 billion support package intended to ensure the airline’s long-term viability.
Aurigny, the flag carrier of Guernsey, has reported a net loss of $8.7 million for the year 2024, attributing the deficit largely to increased wet lease expenses and continuing global supply chain issues. These financial headwinds have posed significant operational challenges for the regional airline, which serves routes between the Channel Islands and the UK mainland.
Air Serbia has announced its expectations for 2025, forecasting that the airline will carry over 4.7 million passengersduring the calendar year. Accompanying this ambitious traffic target, the airline projects revenue to surpass $806 million, a significant step forward from its previous benchmarks and a strong indication of its growing market presence and operational momentum.
Air Austral has reported a 1.6% increase in revenue to $514 million for the fiscal year 2024–25, which ended on 31 March 2025, marking a modest improvement in its top-line performance. However, despite the revenue growth, the airline ended the year with a net deficit just under $12.6 million, continuing its struggle to reach financial stability.
