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Avianca Reports $58 Million Net Profit for Q3 2024

Avianca Group International (Colombia) has reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2024, posting a net profit of $58 million. The airline also saw a 17.6% increase in total operating revenues, reaching $1.3 billion, and ended the quarter with a robust cash position of $1.1 billion.

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Natixis CIB Finances LEAP-1B Engines for Phoenix and AIP Capital

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.

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China Eastern Secures $691M in Perpetual Debt Financing

China Eastern Airlines has announced the successful raising of $691 million in perpetual debt financing from its controlling shareholder, China Eastern Airlines Group Co. The debt carries an annual interest rate of 2.20%, providing the airline with a flexible financial instrument to support its operations and growth initiatives.

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Spirit Airlines Cayman Units Expected to Join Bankruptcy Case

Spirit Airlines (US) is expected to have its Cayman Islands subsidiaries file for bankruptcy as part of the parent company’s ongoing Chapter 11 case. The four units, which own specific intellectual property (IP), will join the restructuring process to streamline the airline’s financial and operational strategies.

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Spirit Airlines Reports Increased 3Q 2024 Losses

Spirit Airlines (US) has reported its financial results for 3Q 2024, showing a mixed performance. While total operating revenues stood at $1.1 billion, marking a slight year-over-year decrease, the airline faced a significant net loss of $308 million, which nearly doubled compared to the same quarter in the previous year.