Willis Lease Finance Corporation, through its wholly owned subsidiary Willis Engine Structured Trust VIII, has successfully completed a $596 million asset-backed securities (ABS) offering. The transaction includes the issuance of $524 million in Series A Fixed Rate Notes and $72 million in Series B Fixed Rate Notes, underscoring the firm’s continued use of capital markets to finance its engine leasing portfolio.
Sun PhuQuoc Airways, a Vietnamese carrier backed by Sun Group, is set to receive a fresh equity contribution of $38 million from its parent company. This capital injection is part of a broader $95.9 million investment plan for a long-term aviation project with a 50-year horizon, aimed at strengthening the airline’s position in the Vietnamese and regional market.
flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost airline, has officially begun trading its shares on the Riyadh stock exchange, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory and the development of the Kingdom’s aviation sector. The public market debut places the airline’s valuation at approximately $3.65 billion, a reflection of investor confidence and the company’s strong position in the…
Carlyle Aviation Partners, a prominent aircraft leasing and financing company based in the United States, has announced the successful pricing of its AASET 2025-2 asset-backed securities transaction. This deal is structured under the AASET MT-1 master trust and encompasses two tranches of debt: A-2 and B-2 notes, collectively valued at $525.7 million.
MTU Aero Engines, Germany’s leading aircraft engine manufacturer, has updated its financial projections, raising its 2025 revenue forecast to between $9.9 and $10.1 billion. The company also released its initial 2030 outlook, anticipating a strong trajectory for growth driven by expanding engine aftermarket services and production ramp-ups.
KDB Industrial Bank, a leading South Korean state-owned financial institution, has confirmed its intention to divest its 10.58% equity stake in Hanjin KAL, the parent company of Korean Air, once the pending merger between Korean Air and Asiana Airlines reaches its conclusion. The earliest timeline for this divestment is projected to be late 2026, depending on regulatory approvals and finalization of the…
HALO AirFinance, a prominent U.S.-based aviation finance provider, has successfully closed a senior term loan facility aimed at supporting an established cargo airline based in the Middle East. The loan is specifically structured to finance a Boeing 747-400ERF, a mature widebody freighter, and will contribute significantly to the airline’s working capital requirements.
SpiceJet, one of India’s prominent budget airlines, has announced a significant financial turnaround in its fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, recording a profit after tax of $37.8 million. This figure marks a 173% increase compared to the previous period, underscoring a robust recovery in profitability despite declining revenues.
Norse Atlantic, a long-haul low-cost carrier based in Norway, has entered into a $20 million bank overdraft facilityagreement with Nordea Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the Nordic region. The facility comes with a maturity date of 30 April 2026, offering the airline an additional financial cushion amid growth and operational scaling.
Aircastle, a global aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has finalized a significant financing arrangement with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) of Japan. The agreement includes a $600 million unsecured term loan, which is set to mature in April 2030, providing long-term support for Aircastle’s operational and strategic objectives.
