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Ashland Place Finance Completes Facility to Finance B737-800 Acquisition

Ashland Place Finance, a US-based financing company, has announced the completion of a new financing facility to support the acquisition of a Boeing 737-800. This financing arrangement has been made in collaboration with Crestone Air Partners, Air T, and Mill Road Capital Management, who are jointly involved in the acquisition. The new facility underscores Ashland Place Finance’s commitment to providing tailored…

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Lufthansa Nears Finalization of ITA Airways Acquisition Deal

Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier, has made substantial progress in its planned acquisition of ITA Airways after resolving key pricing issues with the Italian government. The two parties have worked through differences over the valuation of ITA Airways, allowing Lufthansa to move closer to finalizing the takeover deal. This acquisition marks a significant step for Lufthansa, as it seeks…

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Falko Acquires Two E170 Aircraft on Lease to American Airlines

Falko Regional Aircraft Limited, a UK-based aircraft asset management company, has announced the acquisition of two Embraer E170 aircraft from Azorra Aviation. These aircraft are currently leased to American Airlines and are subleased to its regional subsidiary, Envoy Air. This acquisition highlights Falko’s continued expansion in the regional jet market, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining a diverse portfolio of assets serving…

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Aerolíneas Argentinas Considers Acquisition by Delta and Avianca Consortium

Rumors have surfaced regarding Aerolíneas Argentinas potentially being acquired by a consortium involving Delta Air Lines from the United States and Avianca of Colombia. The Argentine government, which holds a stake in Aerolíneas Argentinas, is reportedly weighing a purchase proposal put forth by the two airlines, suggesting potential international expansion for the Argentine carrier under new ownership. This rumored deal,…

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Italy Suspends ITA Airways Stake Sale to Lufthansa Over Price Dispute

Italy’s Treasury has temporarily suspended the sale of a 41% stake in ITA Airways to Lufthansa due to a price disagreement between the two parties. The deal, originally announced in May 2023, stipulated that Lufthansa would acquire the stake for €325 million, marking a strategic move to strengthen its position in Southern Europe. However, Lufthansa…

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Stonepeak to Acquire Air Transport Services Group in $3.1 Billion All-Cash Deal

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), a prominent U.S.-based provider of air cargo and leasing services, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by investment firm Stonepeak in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $3.1 billion. The deal, which is expected to close in the first half of 2025, will result in ATSG transitioning…

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Stonepeak to Acquire Air Transport Services Group in $3.1 Billion Deal

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), a prominent provider of air cargo and aircraft leasing services in the U.S., is set to be acquired by Stonepeak, a leading investment firm, in a transaction valued at approximately $3.1 billion, including debt. This acquisition marks a significant expansion of Stonepeak’s presence in the aviation sector, particularly in cargo…