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Carlyle Aviation Closes $518M Aircraft ABS for 23 Aircraft

Carlyle Aviation Partners has announced the closing of AASET 2025-1, its seventeenth aircraft asset-backed securitization (ABS). This transaction involved the issuance of $518 million in Secured Notes, which will facilitate the acquisition of 23 aircraft as part of the firm’s broader portfolio expansion strategy.

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Airbus Reports $72.2B Revenue and 826 Net Orders in 2024

Airbus has released its fiscal 2024 financial results, showcasing a 6% revenue increase to $72.2 billion. The company achieved a net income of $4.4 billion and a free cash flow before customer financing of $4.6 billion, reinforcing its financial stability and strong cash flow generation.

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Air New Zealand to Launch $57M Share Buyback Program

Air New Zealand has announced the commencement of a share buyback program starting 07 March 2025, aiming to repurchase up to 343.7 million shares for a maximum total of $57 million. This initiative forms part of the airline’s capital management strategy, reflecting confidence in its financial position and future growth prospects.

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Airbus Adjusts A350F Entry Into Service to 2H 2027

Airbus continues to aim for a monthly production rate of 12 A350 aircraft by 2028, reaffirming its long-term production strategy despite supply chain challenges. The company has also revised the entry into service (EIS) timeline for the A350F, which is now expected in 2H 2027 instead of the previously estimated date.

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MTU Aero Engines Reports $7.8B Revenue, $798M Profit in 2024

MTU Aero Engines (Germany) has released its 2024 financial results, showing an 18% increase in adjusted revenue to $7.8 billion, fueled by robust demand in commercial and military aviation sectors. The company also reported a 29% rise in net income, reaching $798 million, reflecting higher engine deliveries and aftermarket services growth.

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Etihad Triples 2024 Net Profit to $476M, Eyes 1Q 2025 IPO

Etihad (UAE) has reported a significant surge in profitability for 2024, with net profit tripling to $476 million and revenues increasing 25% to $6.9 billion. The airline’s financial performance underscores strong passenger demand, strategic cost efficiencies, and expansion in key markets.

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Cargojet Reports Strong 4Q and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results

Cargojet (Canada) reported a strong financial performance for 4Q 2024, with total revenue rising 32.1% to $206.7 million and net earnings reaching $50.2 million. The company’s full-year 2024 revenue grew 14.1% to $705 million, with net earnings of $108.4 million and net cash reserves of $231.7 million.